The Official 2025 NBA Finals Thread: OKC Thunder vs Indiana Pacers

al3xmac10 · 05-31-2025, 09:41 PM

who you got?

ninjacookies · 05-31-2025, 09:57 PM

SGMVP/Czetneck/Jdub/PHOkic in 3.

There's simply no stopping the generational glaze.

Congrats to Indy for coming out and participating and stuff like that.

bradjames12 · 05-31-2025, 10:02 PM

If the Pacers make this go 5 I'll be amazed..

OKC defense is f*cking scary

blackvodka · 05-31-2025, 10:32 PM

The Thunders D and low turnover rate don't bode well for the Pacers.

SGA > Hail

The Pacers could win though. I'd say around a 10% chance. I'm not going to be someone who says the Pacers stand NO CHANCE.

I'm picking the Thunder in 6.

Game 1 Thursday night. Can't wait.

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al3xmac10 · 05-31-2025, 10:45 PM

what a run for SGA...
but Carlisle, Siakam, Hali & these frenetic Pacers have a real chance to spoil the party.

ninjacookies · 05-31-2025, 10:58 PM

Thunder a preliminary -775 fave to hoist the gold thang. Approximately 89% chance of winning.

Great value if you're truly a reckless degen belieber.

Oddly enough around the same odds as SGA winning the mvp heading into the final half of April. 'It's closer than you think' tho.

al3xmac10 · 05-31-2025, 11:36 PM

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Originally Posted by ninjacookies

Thunder a preliminary -775 fave to hoist the gold thang. Approximately 89% chance of winning.

Great value if you're truly a reckless degen belieber.

Oddly enough around the same odds as SGA winning the mvp heading into the final half of April. 'It's closer than you think' tho.

would you rather bet $775 to most probably win $100,
or most probably lose $100 for a chance for $775?

ninjacookies · 05-31-2025, 11:55 PM

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Originally Posted by al3xmac10

would you rather bet $775 to most probably win $100,
or most probably lose $100 for a chance for $775?

Neither. Vegas obviously pushing casuals to bet game spreads. Which carries the most risk. I think it's a foregone conclusion Pacers will win at least one (OKC has yet to sweep this postseason). The bigger question is: will OKC suffer another catastrophic 4q meltdown like they did against Denver and make things interesting...

Onus will remain on Indy to keep OKC below the magic 110 mark each game. Very seldom do they lose if they get there. However, they're more than capable of winning trackmeets if both squads eclipse. I think that's what makes them so dangerous where a lot of other teams falter.

Ewing33 · 06-01-2025, 12:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by al3xmac10

would you rather bet $775 to most probably win $100,
or most probably lose $100 for a chance for $775?

If you have to risk 775\100, it would be like 100/525 on the other side

mc1 · 06-02-2025, 09:08 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by al3xmac10

would you rather bet $775 to most probably win $100,
or most probably lose $100 for a chance for $775?

Hope OKC wins game 1 and then all-in on Pacers Series win!!

2010GBPackers · 06-02-2025, 10:01 AM

Since everyone thinks OKC is going to wipe the floor with the Pacers in 4/5 games, this is definitely going 7.

Proof incoming.

bradjames12 · 06-02-2025, 11:04 AM

Looking at the postseason stats for each team it "looks" like it will be an evenly matched series...

Rebounding as always for the Pacers is an issue. That might tell the story of these Finals.

2010GBPackers · 06-06-2025, 08:47 AM

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Originally Posted by 2010GBPackers

Since everyone thinks OKC is going to wipe the floor with the Pacers in 4/5 games, this is definitely going 7.

Proof incoming.

Proof came. /pause

The Pacers are like a bamboo stick that bends, doesn't break, and whips back and hits you in the face once the tension is released. If 3 rounds of the Eastern Conference playoffs weren't enough for folks to see, now you see it. This team is built both physically and mentally tough. Plus, they have a solid 10-man rotation of guys who are confident and capable; not many teams can go that deep into their bench.

The pressure is squarely on OKC here and though they have a fair amount of experience, they're not some seasoned, veteran team you can count on to not just win their next home game, but to also steal one in Indy - which is what they need to do. The Pacers could not have played a worse game, yet here they are, stealing Game 1 on the road and taking the home court advantage. Nightmare scenario for OKC.

al3xmac10 · 06-02-2025, 05:59 PM

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Originally Posted by mc1

Hope OKC wins game 1 and then all-in on Pacers Series win!!

i like the way you think...

Nomad · 05-31-2025, 11:48 PM

It's gonna be a lot easier to block out Hartenstein than Mitchell Robinson. Therefore Indy will get lots of boards. Pacers in 6.

ninjacookies · 06-01-2025, 12:05 AM

All joking aside, I think the most pivotal matchup will be Chet/Siakam. Pascal showed why championship experience is invaluable this past series. He was by far their most consistent player. They'll most likely match up. Chet's rebounding numbers regressed a bit against Minny's large lineup, but upped his defensive rim protection and added some nice offensive lines. If he can throttle him and keep him under 20ppg it'll make it infinitely harder for Indy to establish offensive continuity. Hali's a rollercoaster.

I'm predicting his boards revert back to double digits like they did against Denver. Indy's most exploitable down low. Turner remains one of the worst 5's in the game when it comes to physicality and box outs.

SK40 · 06-01-2025, 12:16 AM

Don't care about odds, I'm pushing all my chips in on Nomad. The fairy tale ending is in sight.

Nesmith for FMVP.

patchgenie · 06-01-2025, 06:51 AM

Thunder for sure

Nomad · 06-01-2025, 10:00 AM

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Originally Posted by SK40

Don't care about odds, I'm pushing all my chips in on Nomad. The fairy tale ending is in sight.

Nesmith for FMVP.

Nesmith is definitely in a position to push it to a higher level on the biggest stage. All I can ask.

The Pacers masterfully closed out with him on the bass, one finger taped up, allowing players like Nembhard and Bryant their moment of shine in the critical game 6.

Khal, just as when officials tilted heavily in favor of NY a few times in the last series, you have to be that good. OKC may be that team, TBH.

Went through the entire collection yesterday. I can proudly say that, from college to first Finals appearance, no issue is not well represented.

Critical at a time when prices for what's remaining on the bay just got out of loop. A tie-die select /25 PSA 10 listed at $1,000 should never sell and a Clutch factors NT RPA /25 for $525 is just wack.

Don't even want to see what Haliburton is doing.

This hobby gives and takes without reason.

On the arc with seven tres. Dude's been doing it a long while.

Bosoxfan5990 · 06-01-2025, 06:57 AM

OKC in 5. Pacers have no chance.

oldgoldy97 · 06-01-2025, 07:39 AM

Pacers in 3. Thunder forfeit after getting decimated each game by 40.

the mesiah · 06-01-2025, 07:59 AM

Dont overthink it ,. OKC in 2 , Shai Shai FMVP to finish off the season .. they do all what Indy can do but better .

KhalDrogo · 06-01-2025, 09:10 AM

NBA will tilt the officiating heavily in favor of the Pacers in game 1. They have to in order to get the betting markets interested. What a dud and lopsided matchup.

coltsnsox07 · 06-01-2025, 09:40 AM

Unless SGA gets hurt by a couple of hard, pipe hitting dudes who go to work on him with a pair of pliers and a blow torch, Indy gonna lose.

JRX · 06-01-2025, 03:43 PM

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Originally Posted by KhalDrogo

NBA will tilt the officiating heavily in favor of the Pacers in game 1. They have to in order to get the betting markets interested. What a dud and lopsided matchup.

They could rig this to go 11 games, nobody is going to watch other than die hards.

05-31-2025, 09:41 PM	#1
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05-31-2025, 10:32 PM	#4
blackvodka Member Join Date: Dec 2024 Location: Appleton, WI Posts: 1,011	The Thunders D and low turnover rate don't bode well for the Pacers. SGA > Hail The Pacers could win though. I'd say around a 10% chance. I'm not going to be someone who says the Pacers stand NO CHANCE. I'm picking the Thunder in 6. Game 1 Thursday night. Can't wait. Sent from my motorola razr 2024 using Tapatalk __________________ https://www.flickr.com/photos/202337276@N02/albums/

05-31-2025, 10:45 PM	#5
al3xmac10 Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Posts: 13,303 al3xmac10	what a run for SGA... but Carlisle, Siakam, Hali & these frenetic Pacers have a real chance to spoil the party. __________________ Instagram: al3xmac10 Always looking for rare Shohei Ohtani 2018 autos & [Ichiro 2016 Topps Now #154 Inscription Auto /10]

05-31-2025, 10:58 PM	#6
ninjacookies Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: All the girls see the (boi)/ Look at his flips / Look at his kards / All they say is (oh boi). Posts: 56,683	Thunder a preliminary -775 fave to hoist the gold thang. Approximately 89% chance of winning. Great value if you're truly a reckless degen belieber. Oddly enough around the same odds as SGA winning the mvp heading into the final half of April. 'It's closer than you think' tho. __________________ #5 world ranked Ledell Eackles superclection as recognized by Tuff Stuff junior managing editor, Barry McCaulkinner. Somethin' like a cross between Teddy Aguhob and Kaboom Mystery Packs. I got that Givenchy denim flow.

05-31-2025, 10:02 PM	#3
bradjames12 Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Zionsville Posts: 1,442 bjbena2006	If the Pacers make this go 5 I'll be amazed.. OKC defense is f*cking scary

06-02-2025, 10:01 AM	#11
2010GBPackers Member Join Date: Aug 2016 Location: Milwaukee Posts: 4,223	Since everyone thinks OKC is going to wipe the floor with the Pacers in 4/5 games, this is definitely going 7. Proof incoming. __________________ "And more and more and more and more And more of less than ever before It's just too much more for your mind to absorb" - Yasiin Bey (Mos Def) Instagram: 2010gbpackers

06-02-2025, 11:04 AM	#12
bradjames12 Member Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Zionsville Posts: 1,442 bjbena2006	Looking at the postseason stats for each team it "looks" like it will be an evenly matched series... Rebounding as always for the Pacers is an issue. That might tell the story of these Finals.

05-31-2025, 11:48 PM	#15
Nomad Banned Join Date: Jul 2021 Location: Fomenting FOMO on the down low. Posts: 8,094	It's gonna be a lot easier to block out Hartenstein than Mitchell Robinson. Therefore Indy will get lots of boards. Pacers in 6.

06-01-2025, 12:05 AM	#16
ninjacookies Member Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: All the girls see the (boi)/ Look at his flips / Look at his kards / All they say is (oh boi). Posts: 56,683	All joking aside, I think the most pivotal matchup will be Chet/Siakam. Pascal showed why championship experience is invaluable this past series. He was by far their most consistent player. They'll most likely match up. Chet's rebounding numbers regressed a bit against Minny's large lineup, but upped his defensive rim protection and added some nice offensive lines. If he can throttle him and keep him under 20ppg it'll make it infinitely harder for Indy to establish offensive continuity. Hali's a rollercoaster. I'm predicting his boards revert back to double digits like they did against Denver. Indy's most exploitable down low. Turner remains one of the worst 5's in the game when it comes to physicality and box outs. __________________ #5 world ranked Ledell Eackles superclection as recognized by Tuff Stuff junior managing editor, Barry McCaulkinner. Somethin' like a cross between Teddy Aguhob and Kaboom Mystery Packs. I got that Givenchy denim flow.

06-01-2025, 12:16 AM	#17
SK40 Member Join Date: Nov 2012 Location: Christchurch, NZ Posts: 1,002	Don't care about odds, I'm pushing all my chips in on Nomad. The fairy tale ending is in sight. Nesmith for FMVP.

06-01-2025, 06:51 AM	#18
patchgenie Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Posts: 6,804 americansportscards	Thunder for sure

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06-01-2025, 07:39 AM	#21
oldgoldy97 Member Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 50,313	Pacers in 3. Thunder forfeit after getting decimated each game by 40.

06-01-2025, 07:59 AM	#22
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06-01-2025, 09:40 AM	#24
coltsnsox07 Member Join Date: Aug 2011 Posts: 22,058	Unless SGA gets hurt by a couple of hard, pipe hitting dudes who go to work on him with a pair of pliers and a blow torch, Indy gonna lose.