Sure, OKC's MVP point guard, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, has scored 72 points over two finals games. And yes, the Thunder were dominant in Game 2. However, it's safe to say that what happened to the Knicks can happen to any Finals-caliber team — the Oklahoma City Thunder are no exception.
Game 3 of the 2025 NBA Finals between the Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers is set for Wednesday, June 11, at 8:30 PM ET at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. With the Pacers at home, expect a tempo that OKC is unprepared to face. The Thunder are 5.5-point favorites. Don't trust those odds. Anything can and will happen tonight.
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Odds | Oklahoma City Thunder | Indiana Pacers |
Moneyline | -219 | +181 |
Point Spread | -5.5 | +5.5 |
Over/Under | 228.5 |
At first glance, OKC might have the better stat line. However, Pacers shoot 40.1% from 3 as a team — that is extremely dangerous in today’s game. From the Pacers, Nesmith (49.5%) and Nembhard (45.7%) have been on fire from deep.
The Oklahoma City Thunder might get their rebounds and second chances, but the threat of the depth and balance of the Indiana Pacers will keep the Thunder in check.
Key Stat | Oklahoma City Thunder | Indiana Pacers |
PPG | 117.0 | 116.4 |
REB | 43.9 | 40.2 |
FG % | 46.1% | 49.4% |
FT % | 80.1% | 79.0% |
3-Point % | 34.0% | 40.1% |
The Thunder are favored to win and are currently 5.5-point favorites for Game 3 of the 2025 NBA Finals. I don't like those odds. The Pacers are playing in Indiana, with a 5-2 record, while at home in the postseason.
The Pacers have what it takes to take Game 3. Draw fouls, no rebounds, Pacers in 7.