The highly anticipated 2025 NBA Finals are set to begin later this week, featuring an exciting championship matchup between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Indiana Pacers. This year marks a significant moment for both teams, as they aim for their first championship titles. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has been instrumental in leading the Thunder to the finals for the first time in 13 years, while Tyrese Haliburton and the Pacers showcased their prowess by defeating the New York Knicks in six games during the Eastern Conference Finals.
The 2025 NBA Finals will officially commence on Thursday, June 5. The Thunder, having secured home-court advantage, enter the finals after an impressive regular season where they achieved a league-best record of 68 wins. This makes them the top seed in the Western Conference. Conversely, the Pacers are making their first appearance in the NBA Finals since 2000, while the Thunder last competed in the finals in 2012.
It’s important to note that neither team has claimed an NBA championship title. The Pacers have yet to win the coveted Larry O'Brien Trophy, despite their three ABA championships in the 1970s. Meanwhile, the Thunder franchise, which won a championship as the Seattle SuperSonics in 1979, has not lifted the trophy since relocating to Oklahoma City in 2008.
Fans can look forward to a thrilling series, with the complete 2025 NBA Finals schedule outlined below. The Finals will run through at least June 13, with a potential Game 7 scheduled for June 22. All games will be available for streaming on fubo (try for free).
Game 1: Thursday, June 5 | Pacers vs. Thunder | 8:30 p.m. ET, ABC/fubo Game 2: Sunday, June 8 | Pacers vs. Thunder | 8 p.m. ET, ABC/fubo Game 3: Wednesday, June 11 | Thunder vs. Pacers | 8:30 p.m. ET, ABC/fubo Game 4: Friday, June 13 | Thunder vs. Pacers | 8:30 p.m. ET, ABC/fubo Game 5: Monday, June 16 | Pacers vs. Thunder | 8:30 p.m. ET, ABC/fubo Game 6: Thursday, June 19 | Thunder vs. Pacers | 8:30 p.m. ET, ABC/fubo Game 7: Sunday, June 22 | Pacers vs. Thunder | 8 p.m. ET, ABC/fuboAs anticipation builds for the 2025 NBA Finals, many fans are eager to know the championship odds. According to Caesars Sportsbook, both teams have unique strengths that could lead them to victory. The Thunder's remarkable regular-season record and the Pacers' recent playoff performance set the stage for a competitive series.
With both teams hungry for their first NBA championship title, the 2025 NBA Finals promise to deliver unforgettable moments and intense competition. Be sure to tune in and catch all the action live!
