The Oklahoma City Thunder are preparing to welcome the Indiana Pacers for Game 2 of the 2025 NBA Finals, which are now in progress. The series is currently 1-0 in Indiana's favor.

The Thunder appeared to be in command for the majority of the first game. For the majority of the contest, they maintained the lead. The Pacers were having a hard time, committing 20 turnovers in the first half. At the end of the fourth quarter, Oklahoma City had a 15-point advantage.

But Indiana didn't give up. With only 0.3 seconds remaining, Tyrese Haliburton made a crucial shot to seal the victory, 111-110, as they fought back.

The Paycom Center in Oklahoma City will host Game 2. Before the series goes to Indiana, the Thunder desperately need a win.

Thunder of Oklahoma City

Sometimes teams perform well during the regular season, but they are unable to maintain that performance in the postseason. Oklahoma City is different. They have maintained their strength throughout the year and have advanced to the Finals. They are now competing for the championship.

They defeated Minnesota 4-1 in the playoffs after winning Memphis 4-0. Their most challenging game was against Denver, which they won 4-3. This season, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was selected as the MVP. Winning the championship would be the ideal conclusion.

Pacers of Indiana

The Pacers are now closer than ever to winning their first NBA championship. They won their spot even though no one anticipated them going this far.

As anticipated, they defeated Milwaukee 4-1 in the first round. However, they surprised everyone by defeating the top-seeded Cleveland club with the same score of 4-1. They defeated the New York Knicks 4-2 in the Eastern Conference Finals.

Tyrese Haliburton has been a major contributor to the team, particularly in crucial moments. In the playoffs, he is averaging about 18 points and 10 assists each game.

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This year, Oklahoma has won eight playoff games in its home stadium.

Indiana has a 7-2 record in postseason games played on the road.

Odds: Thunder victory – 1.18, Pacers triumph – 5.0.

This series has only had one game thus far, and it was insane. Indiana defeated Haliburton 111-110 thanks to the game-winning basket at the buzzer. Despite the Pacers having a 1-0 advantage in the series, this battle is still far from over.

Forecast for the game

Just as they were in Game 1, the Thunder are the favorites going into Game 2. They cannot afford to begin the Finals by losing both of their home games. Oklahoma City should recover. It seems like a good wager to bet on them winning by at least ten points (-9.5 spread).

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