The Thunder are one win away from their first NBA championship since the Supersonics won in 1979.
Jalen Williams starred in Game 5, scoring 40 points on 14-of-25 shooting from the field. He scored multiple buckets down the stretch to fend off Indiana, who has been so resilient late in the fourth quarter.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was excellent, too, posting a 31-point, 10-assist double-double. He also has four blocks and two steals, some of which came late in the fourth to help maintain the Thunder lead.
Meanwhile, the Pacers got very little help from Tyrese Haliburton. He scored just four points on 0-of-6 shooting from the field in 34 minutes. The Pacers ultimately lost 120-109 with Pascal Siakam being the team's leading scorer at 28 points.
Game 6 is a must-win in Indiana if the franchise hopes to force a Game 7 back in Oklahoma City. Haliburton is dealing with a calf injury and is a game-time decision for Thursday night.
Here's what you need to know about Thursday's matchup between Pacers and Thunder, including broadcast information and start time.
What channel is Pacers vs. Thunder on today?
- TV channel: ABC
- Live stream: Sling
Game 6 will air live on Thursday, June 19, at 8:30 p.m. ET on ABC. Mike Breen will be the play-by-play announcer, while Doris Burke and Richard Jefferson will be the color analysts.
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Pacers vs. Thunder start time
- Date: Thursday, June 19
- Time: 8:30 p.m. ET
Game 6 of the NBA Playoffs series between Pacers and Thunder is set to tip off at 8:30 p.m. ET from the Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana.
Oklahoma City has won two straight heading into this contest with Game 4 and 5 going its way. Before this, the Pacers have not lost consecutive playoff games during this NBA Finals run.
Indiana needs to win Game 6 to force a Game 7 to keep its championship aspirations alive. The Pacers don't have an NBA title in franchise history.
Pacers vs. Thunder radio station
- Radio station: SiriusXM
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Pacers vs. Thunder series schedule
(1) Thunder vs. (4) Pacers — Oklahoma City leads 3-2
| Date | Game | Time (ET) | TV/Live stream |
|---|---|---|---|
| June 5 | Game 1: Pacers 111, Thunder 110 | — | — |
| June 8 | Game 2: Thunder 123, Pacers 107 | — | — |
| June 11 | Game 3: Pacers 116, Thunder 107 | — | — |
| June 13 | Game 4: Thunder 111, Pacers 104 | — | — |
| June 16 | Game 5: Thunder 120, Pacers 109 | — | — |
| June 19 | Game 6 at Indiana | 8:30 p.m. | ABC, Sling |
| June 22 | Game 7* at Oklahoma City | 8 p.m. | ABC, Sling |
*If necessary
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 15-18 |
| First round begins | April 19 |
| Conference semifinals begin | May 5-6 |
| NBA Draft Lottery | May 12 |
| Western Conference finals begin | May 20 |
| Eastern Conference finals begin | May 21 |
| NBA Finals begin | June 5 |
| NBA Finals Game 7 (if necessary) | June 22 |
| NBA Draft | June 25-26 |