As the Oklahoma City Thunder prepare for the Indiana Pacers, the circus that typically surrounds the NBA Finals is brand new for most of the roster. Even Alex Caruso — the lone champion on their roster — had a unique experience in The Bubble.

Here is a look at every player that is making their NBA Finals debut this year. Every Thunder Player Making Their NBA Finals Debut. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander makes his first trip to

Oddsmakers expect a one-sided NBA Finals between the Thunder and Pacers, as the former are -700 or shorter across the board to raise the Larry O'Brien Trophy.

It’s the Oklahoma City Thunder vs. the Indiana Pacers. The Pacers clinched their trip with a win over the New York Knicks on Saturday night in Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Finals.

Unsurprisingly, he will be out for at least the first two games of the NBA Finals, Pacers coach Rick Carlisle said on 107.5 The Fan on Monday. Rick Carlisle on @MorningShow1075: Jarace Walker (ankle) will miss at least the first two games of the NBA Finals.

The 2025 NBA Playoffs have progressed to the ultimate round as the Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers will face off in the NBA Finals to determine who will lift the championship trophy.

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