Indiana (1-0) at Oklahoma City (0-1)
- When: Jun 8 2025, 8:00 PM
- Where: Paycom Center, Oklahoma City, OK, USA
- TV: ABC
Pacers vs. Thunder – NBA Finals Game 2 Preview, Prediction and Player Props
Odds: Oklahoma City -10.5 | Total: 228.0
Oklahoma City Thunder Preview
The Thunder are heavy 10.5-point favorites in Game 2 of the NBA Finals, with the total set at 228.0. After a gut-punch loss in Game 1, Oklahoma City is no stranger to bouncing back. They’ve followed every playoff loss this postseason with a win and not just any win. Their average margin of victory in those rebound efforts sits over 20 points, with dominant stretches on both ends of the court.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was sensational in the opener, dropping 38 points in his Finals debut. Still, the Thunder’s undoing came from a lack of conversion off turnovers, they forced 25 but only converted those into 11 points. Expect better execution this time around, especially on their home floor where they’ve rarely lost back-to-back games all season.
Head coach Mark Daigneault has instilled a short-memory mentality into this group, and history suggests OKC responds big when their backs hit the wall.
Indiana Pacers Preview
Indiana pulled off a dramatic 111-110 win in Game 1, overcoming a 15-point deficit and taking the lead for the first time on Tyrese Haliburton’s clutch shot with seconds left. It was a classic underdog punch from a team that’s made it a habit of winning Game 1s on the road throughout the postseason.
The Pacers play with edge and pride, especially when doubted. They’ve already beaten top-tier teams like Milwaukee and New York and are using last season’s sweep in the Eastern Finals as extra motivation. Haliburton mentioned the team takes outside criticism personally and it’s showing in their performance.
However, Indiana has also developed a troubling trend of turnovers. Giving away 25 possessions won’t fly twice, especially with OKC looking to convert that into fast-break opportunities this time.
Top Player Prop Picks
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Over 32.5 Points
SGA is coming off a 38-point Finals debut and has shown time and again he ramps it up after losses. Expect another high-usage night.
Tyrese Haliburton Over 8.5 Assists
Despite OKC’s defense, Haliburton continues to facilitate at a high level. He tallied 10 assists in Game 1 and will remain the engine of Indiana’s offense.
Game 2 Prediction and Final Score
OKC has responded with fire after every playoff loss, and Game 2 should be no different. With the Thunder tightening up their transition scoring and Indiana due for a regression on the road, this has all the signs of a blowout. Expect the Thunder to cover and force a series reset heading to Indiana.
Spread: Thunder -10.5
Toral: Under 228.0
Final Score Prediction: Oklahoma City 118, Indiana 104
- NBA Odds source: Bovada Sportsbook
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