Pacers vs. Thunder: NBA Finals Game 6 Recap & Game 7 Preview
- INDIANAPOLIS-The Indiana Pacers delivered a decisive 108-91 victory against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Thursday, leveling the NBA Finals and forcing a winner-take-all Game 7.
- With under a minute left in the first half, Haliburton stole the ball from Jalen Williams, maintained his balance on the sideline, and executed a no-look pass to...
- "That's a special moment," Haliburton said, "especially as we are always getting on Pascal for not dunking anymore."
the Indiana Pacers dominated the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 6, securing a decisive 108-91 victory and forcing a Game 7 showdown in the NBA Finals. Tyrese Haliburton‘s unbelievable no-look pass to Pascal Siakam fueled the Pacers’ momentum,igniting the crowd and highlighting a performance of resilience. Obi Toppin led the Pacers with 20 points off the bench, while the team capitalized on turnovers, holding the Thunder to their lowest score since 2022. This victory sets the stage for an intense Game 7 in Oklahoma City. Get all the latest updates, scores, and analysis with News Directory 3. What will unfold in the winner-take-all final game?
Pacers Force Game 7 with Dominant Win Over Thunder
Updated June 21, 2025
INDIANAPOLIS-The Indiana Pacers delivered a decisive 108-91 victory against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Thursday, leveling the NBA Finals and forcing a winner-take-all Game 7. A highlight reel play featuring Tyrese Haliburton and Pascal Siakam electrified the Gainbridge Fieldhouse crowd and propelled Indiana to the crucial win.
With under a minute left in the first half, Haliburton stole the ball from Jalen Williams, maintained his balance on the sideline, and executed a no-look pass to Siakam, who finished with a powerful dunk. The play extended Indiana’s lead to 20 points,a margin Oklahoma City couldn’t overcome.
“That’s a special moment,” Haliburton said, “especially as we are always getting on Pascal for not dunking anymore.”
The decisive Game 7, the first NBA Finals Game 7 as 2016, is set for Sunday night in Oklahoma City. The Pacers, despite the Game 6 victory, remain focused.
“We’ve got one game,” Haliburton said. “One game. Nothing that’s happened before matters. And nothing that’s going to happen after matters.”
After a slow start, the Pacers capitalized on turnovers, forcing 21 compared to the Thunder’s 11. They also held Oklahoma City to their lowest point total sence April 2022. Obi toppin led Indiana with 20 points off the bench, while Andrew nembhard contributed 17, and Siakam added 16 points and 13 rebounds.
“We are just super resilient, and we’re hungry,” Toppin said.
Haliburton, who was questionable before the game due to a strained right calf, played through the injury, finishing with 14 points and five assists in 23 minutes. He credited extensive treatment for his ability to compete.
“I just look at it as I want to be out there to compete with my brothers,” Haliburton said. “These are guys that I’m willing to go to war with.”
coach rick Carlisle praised Haliburton’s commitment. “He’s super significant to us,” Carlisle said.
Looking ahead to Game 7, Haliburton cautioned against