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Pacers Dominate Thunder 108-91 to Force NBA Finals Game 7

Sunday’s winner-take-all showdown moves to Oklahoma City following a stifling defensive display complemented by balanced scoring from Indiana’s bench

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Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) grabs a loose ball as Indiana Pacers guard T.J. McConnell (9) and guard Andrew Nembhard (2) battle for control during the third quarter in game five of the 2025 NBA Finals at Paycom Center.
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Overview

  • Indiana’s defense triggered a 30-9 run late in the second quarter to turn a tight contest into a 64-42 halftime lead
  • Despite a right calf strain, Tyrese Haliburton delivered 14 points, five assists and two steals in 23 minutes
  • Obi Toppin paced the reserves with 20 points as the Pacers’ bench outscored Oklahoma City’s 48-37
  • Shai Gilgeous-Alexander turned the ball over eight times—his postseason career high—while finishing with 21 points and two assists
  • Game 7 will tip off Sunday at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City with the winner claiming the 2025 NBA title