Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Indiana Pacers: 2025 NBA Finals Preview
NBA Finals Showdown Begins
The highly anticipated matchup is finally here. The Oklahoma City Thunder will face off against the Indiana Pacers in a best-of-seven series for the 2025 NBA Championship, starting on Thursday, June 5. Both franchises are eager to secure their inaugural NBA title, heightening the stakes of this monumental clash.
Teams' Journey to the Finals
Oklahoma City returns to the NBA Finals for the first time since 2012, having triumphed over the Minnesota Timberwolves with a 4-1 victory in the Western Conference Finals. In contrast, Indiana is making its first Finals appearance since 2000, after defeating the New York Knicks 4-2 in the Eastern Conference Finals.
Viewing Information for the 2025 NBA Finals
Start Date: Thursday, June 5, 2025
Time: 8:30 PM ET
Broadcasting Channels: ABC, ESPN Deportes
Live Streaming: Available on FuboTV (with a free trial), Sling, and ESPN+
Key Players to Watch
A major highlight of this year's Finals is the point guard matchup. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has been instrumental in leading the Thunder, boasting an impressive 68-14 regular-season record and securing the top seed in the Western Conference. Meanwhile, Tyrese Haliburton has been pivotal in driving Indiana's playoff success. Both players have elevated their game under the pressure of the playoffs, promising an exciting duel.
2025 NBA Finals Game Schedule (All Times ET)
1. Game 1: Thursday, June 5 - Indiana @ Oklahoma City at 8:30 PM on ABC
2. Game 2: Sunday, June 8 - Indiana @ Oklahoma City at 8:00 PM on ABC
3. Game 3: Wednesday, June 11 - Oklahoma City @ Indiana at 8:30 PM on ABC
4. Game 4: Friday, June 13 - Oklahoma City @ Indiana at 8:30 PM on ABC
5. Game 5 (If necessary): Monday, June 16 - Indiana @ Oklahoma City at 8:30 PM on ABC
6. Game 6 (If necessary): Thursday, June 19 - Oklahoma City @ Indiana at 8:30 PM on ABC
7. Game 7 (If necessary): Sunday, June 22 - Indiana @ Oklahoma City at 8:00 PM on ABC
Streaming Options
Fans can watch every game live through FuboTV, Sling, and ESPN+. Spanish-language broadcasts will also be available via ESPN Deportes.