The matchup is set for the 2025 NBA Finals.
The No. 1-seeded OKC Thunder will face the No. 4 Indiana Pacers in a best-of-seven series with a championship on the line. Neither franchise has won an NBA title.
OKC is led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who was named the league’s Most Valuable Player this season. The Thunder boasts the NBA’s best-rated defense with two All-Defensive players in Lu Dort and Jalen Williams.
Indiana is led by Tyrese Haliburton, who made the All-NBA third team for the second straight season. The Pacers have caught fire offensively during these playoffs with Pascal Siakam as their leading scorer.
Game 1 between OKC and Indiana is set for 7:30 p.m. CT Thursday, June 5, in Oklahoma City.
Here’s how to watch the Thunder and Pacers in the NBA Finals:
What time is the Thunder vs Pacers NBA Finals Game 1 on TV Thursday?
- Date: Thursday, June 5
- Time: 7:30 p.m. CT
The OKC Thunder and Indiana Pacers open their NBA Finals series on Thursday, June 5, at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City.
Where to watch Thunder vs Pacers in Game 1 of NBA Finals
- TV channel: ABC
- How to watch online: Sling TV (free trial)
Best-of-seven; Games 5-7 if necessary; All times are Central.
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