The 2025 NBA Finals are set to begin tomorrow at 5 P.M. ET. For the first time in NBA history, the Indiana Pacers are set to face the Oklahoma City Thunder. These franchises are looking to secure their first championship title. Two teams, same goal, one winner.
Both teams have fought hard to earn their spot in this championship. They proved themselves worthy time and time again, shocking the world with their talents.
The Indiana Pacers upset the Milwaukee Bucks, led by Giannis Antetokounmpo, in the first round of the NBA playoffs. Then, they continued to stun the world by defeating the New York Knicks 4-2, clinching their place in the NBA finals. Tyrese Haliburton has shown his true dominance on the court during this year’s 2025 playoffs. The Pacers are also led by Pascal Siakam, who already holds one championship ring, thanks to his tenacity and high IQ for the game. Phillip Hawkins (12) claims that “In the playoffs, the team has shown itself to be a threat to the league due to its fast-paced offense and solid players all around.”
The Oklahoma City Thunder have shown promising talent since the season began, and proved themselves in their win to earn the title as Western Conference Champions for the 2025 NBA season. The team was led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who was named the league’s 2025 MVP. The Thunder has some young prospects like Chet Holmgren, who earned ROTY. Their success is a combination of grit, versatility, and pure talent.
This matchup is highly anticipated as both teams are looking to make history. Are these teams just what the NBA needs to bring back NBA viewership? While we may never be able to bring back the 2016 Cleveland Cavaliers or Golden State Warriors, we may be bringing back the same intensity and glory that year held.
This series is a symbol to the recognition of new faces in the league. While the greats, like Lebron James and Steph Curry, will always be remembered, they aren’t the ones to be the face of the league anymore. The NBA is changing: new faces, new fan bases, and new loyalty.
Make sure to watch the series live tomorrow at 5 P.M. EST! The series will start in Oklahoma, giving the Thunder home-court advantage for the finals opener. The NBA finals are here, and they’re ready to shock fans across the world. Put your final predictions in tonight!
