Game 7: the two best words in sports. The NBA Finals seemed lopsided before the series began, but they've been anything but that.
Oklahoma City was a heavy favorite, owning the league's best regular-season record, while the No. 4 seed Pacers were underdogs in almost every game of the postseason.
None of that matters anymore, as Indiana forced a Game 7 following a dominant Game 6 performance at home. Tyrese Haliburton is dealing with a calf strain, but he played through the injury to post 14 points and five assists in 23 minutes.
The rest of the Pacers stepped up in the 108-91 win, with Obi Toppin scoring a team-high 20 points. Andrew Nembhard, Pascal Siakam, T.J. McConnell and Aaron Nesmith also scored in double figures.
Game 7 will be in Oklahoma City as the Thunder look to celebrate their first title since the franchise won as the Seattle Supersonics in 1979. Indiana is seeking its first NBA championship.
Here's what you need to know about Monday's matchup between Thunder and Pacers, including broadcast information and start time.
What channel is Thunder vs. Pacers on today?
- TV channel: ESPN
- Live stream: Kayo
Game 7 between the Thunder and Pacers will air live on ESPN on Monday, June 23, at 10 a.m. AEST. Mike Breen will be the play-by-play announcer with Doris Burke and Richard Jefferson alongside him as analysts.
Fans looking to stream Thunder vs. Pacers can watch live on Kayo, which will carry every NBA playoff game in 2025.
Thunder vs. Pacers start time
- Date: Monday, June 23
- Time: 10 a.m. AEST
Game 7 of the NBA Finals between Thunder and Pacers is set to tip off at 10 a.m. AEST from the Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
The Thunder have been NBA title favorites all season and are one game away from completing the mission. They have the best regular-season record in the league and have shown time and again that they're ready to compete for a title now and in the future.
Meanwhile, the Pacers have been underdogs all along. They continue to defy the odds with each game-winner, instilling more faith in the fan base. Even with a game-winning shot in each of the four rounds of the 2025 postseason, the Pacers aren't favored.
Thunder vs. Pacers series schedule
(1) Thunder vs. (4) Pacers — Tied 3-3
| Date | Game | Time (AEST) | TV/Live stream |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 6 | Game 1: Pacers 111, Thunder 110 | — | — |
| June 9 | Game 2: Thunder 123, Pacers 107 | — | — |
| June 12 | Game 3: Pacers 116, Thunder 107 | — | — |
| June 14 | Game 4: Thunder 111, Pacers 104 | — | — |
| June 17 | Game 5: Thunder 120, Pacers 109 | — | — |
| June 20 | Game 6: Pacers 108, Thunder 91 | — | — |
| June 23 | Game 7 at Oklahoma City | 10 a.m. | ESPN, Kayo |
NBA Playoffs schedule, key dates for 2025
Here are the key dates to know for the NBA Playoffs and offseason. Some series start dates could move up depending on when previous series end.
| Event | Dates |
|---|---|
| Play-In Tournament | April 16-19 |
| First round begins | April 20 |
| Conference semifinals begin | May 6-7 |
| NBA Draft Lottery | May 13 |
| Western Conference finals begin | May 21 |
| Eastern Conference finals begin | May 22 |
| NBA Finals begin | June 6 |
| NBA Finals Game 7 (if necessary) | June 23 |
| NBA Draft | June 26-27 |
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