Pacers Take 2-1 NBA Finals Lead After Bench Dominates Thunder in Game 3 Win
The Indiana Pacers grabbed a 2-1 edge in the 2025 NBA Finals by beating the Oklahoma City Thunder 116-107 in Game 3. Bennedict Mathurin led Indiana with a big night off the bench, supported by stifling defense and major contributions from the reserves. Game 4 is set for Friday in Indianapolis.
Thunder vs. Pacers: Game 3 NBA Finals Spotlight, Storylines and Key Players
The NBA Finals heat up as the Thunder and Pacers hit Game 3 with the series tied. SGA's scoring streak, Indiana's home court push, and key performances from Siakam and Caruso set the stage for a tense showdown, with the Thunder slightly favored by betting markets.
Thunder Roll Over Pacers, Level NBA Finals at 1-1 Behind Defensive Brilliance
The Oklahoma City Thunder used smothering defense and a strong night from MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander to defeat the Indiana Pacers 123-107 in Game 2, tying the 2025 NBA Finals 1-1. As the series heads to Indianapolis, both teams are fighting for a historic championship win.
Haliburton's Historic Triple-Double Pushes Pacers to Brink of NBA Finals
Tyrese Haliburton was unstoppable in Game 4, dropping a triple-double with zero turnovers. Now the Pacers just need one more win against the Knicks to punch their ticket to the NBA Finals for the first time in 24 years.