Overview

• The Oklahoma City Thunder hold a 3–2 series lead over the Indiana Pacers and can clinch their first NBA championship with a win in Game 6.
• Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is averaging 32.4 points, 5.0 rebounds and 1.8 steals per game in the Finals and will be available for Thursday’s contest.
• Tyrese Haliburton is nursing a calf problem that could limit his effectiveness in Indiana’s final chance to extend the series.
• Jalen Williams has emerged as a key secondary scorer, tallying 67 points in Games 4 and 5 including a 40-point performance in Game 5.
• Game 6 in Oklahoma City is an elimination matchup with the Pacers needing a victory to force a decisive Game 7.