The Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers not only surprised the basketball world with their encounters in the 2025 NBA Finals, but they also put on a well-contested thriller with both teams aspiring for their first-ever NBA Championship through a best-of-seven series.
Led by Olympic gold medalist Tyrese Haliburton, the Indiana Pacers stunned the Eastern Conference with their impressive run and now enter the NBA Finals as the fearless underdogs, armed with resilience and offensive firepower. Here’s your complete guide to the 2025 NBA Finals from the full series schedule and game results to their head-to-head record and where to catch every moment live.
NBA Finals 2025: Series Schedule & Results
All games are broadcast live on ABC in the United States. Global audiences can stream via NBA League Pass or local broadcasters such as TNT Sports (UK). Eastern Time (ET) listed below.
Series Status: Pacers lead 1-0
| Game | Date | Time | Results |
| Game 1 | Thu,5 June | 8 PM | Pacers 111-110 Thunders |
| Game 2 | Sun,8 June | 8 PM | TBD |
| Game 3 | Wed,11 June | 8.30 PM | TBD |
| Game 4 | Fri,13 June | 8.30 PM | TBD |
| Game 5 | Mon,June16 | 8.30 PM | TBD |
| Game 6 | Thu,June 19 | 8.30 PM | TBD |
| Game 7 | Sub,22 June | 8 PM | TBD |
Regular Season Recap: Thunder vs Pacers
- Dec 26, 2024: Indiana 114 – 120 Oklahoma
- Mar 29, 2025: Indiana 111 – 132 Oklahoma
While the Thunder had the upper hand in the regular season, Game 1 of the Finals shows that the playoffs are an entirely different battleground.
How to Watch NBA Finals 2025 Live
- United States: TV – ABC (All games live), Streaming – ABC App, NBA League Pass
- International Viewers: UK – TNT Sports, Global – NBA League Pass or regional broadcast partners
Players to Watch
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (Thunder)
- 2024–25 NBA Most Valuable Player
- Dynamic scorer and floor leader
Tyrese Haliburton (Pacers)
- Olympic gold medalist
- Elite passer and clutch performer
Pascal Siakam (Pacers)
- Eastern Conference Finals MVP
- Brings championship experience and versatility
What’s at Stake
- A defining moment for emerging stars and rising franchises
- A shift in NBA power dynamics as smaller-market teams make history
Final Word
Under high-octane offense, elite defense, and a 1st title in history, the NBA Finals 2025 promises to be historical. Whether you side with the mighty Thunder or the mighty determined Pacers, this series nails high drama, competition, and memorable moments on the court. Don’t miss a moment. Tune in live, follow the action, and witness NBA history in the making.
Written by RITESH SINGH
