The Thunder roared back in the NBA Finals, taking down the Pacers 123-107 in Game 2 with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leading the way. Oklahoma City tied the series, while Indiana struggled to find its offensive spark. Game 3 now heads to a raucous Indianapolis, as the Finals heat up.
The Indiana Pacers pulled off a 111-110 upset over the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 1 of the 2025 NBA Finals, thanks to Tyrese Haliburton’s playmaking and clutch defensive moments. Despite Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s 34 points, crucial turnovers cost the Thunder as Indiana stole home-court advantage.
The Oklahoma City Thunder made a strong statement in Game 1 of the NBA Finals, topping the Indiana Pacers 123-107. With big performances from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and key help off the bench, the Thunder set the tone for the series, which is now tied 1-1.