The 2025 NBA Finals continue with a pivotal Game 4 showdown between the Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. With the Pacers leading the series 2-1, the Thunder face a must-win situation to avoid a daunting 3-1 deficit before heading back to Oklahoma City for Game 5.
Game Details
- Matchup: Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Indiana Pacers
- Date: Friday, June 13, 2025
- Time: 8:30 PM ET
- Venue: Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis, IN
- TV Broadcast: ABC
- Series Standings: Pacers lead 2-1
Indiana Pacers: Momentum and Home-Court Advantage
The Pacers secured a 116-107 victory in Game 3, marking their first home Finals win in 25 years. Bennedict Mathurin led the charge with 27 points off the bench, while Tyrese Haliburton contributed 22 points, 11 assists, and 9 rebounds. Pascal Siakam added 21 points, reinforcing Indiana’s depth and versatility.
Indiana’s high-pressure defense has been a game-changer, forcing 19 turnovers from Oklahoma in Game 3. Head coach Rick Carlisle emphasized the importance of team effort, stating, “We need everybody to be ready. It’s not always going to be the same guys stepping up, but this is how we got to do it”.
Key Players to Watch (Pacers)
- Tyrese Haliburton – Playmaking and leadership
- Bennedict Mathurin – Scoring spark off the bench
- Pascal Siakam – Versatile offensive weapon
- Myles Turner – Defensive anchor in the paint
Oklahoma City Thunder: Urgency to Bounce Back
The Thunder held a five-point lead entering the fourth quarter of Game 3, but were outscored 32-18 in the final 12 minutes. Jalen Williams led Oklahoma with 26 points, while Shai Gilgeous-Alexander posted 24 points, 8 rebounds, and 4 assists. Chet Holmgren added 20 points, but the team struggled against Indiana’s defensive intensity.
Head coach Mark Daigneault acknowledged the fourth-quarter collapse, stating, “They stacked way more quality possessions in the fourth quarter than we did”. Gilgeous-Alexander emphasized the need for a response, saying, “We’ve got to apply that pressure back—especially if we want to beat a team like that on the road”.
Key Players to Watch (Thunder)
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander – Offensive catalyst
- Jalen Williams – Scoring and defensive versatility
- Chet Holmgren – Rim protection and inside scoring
- Lu Dort – Defensive stopper
The Thunder have yet to lose consecutive games in the playoffs, making them a strong bounce-back candidate. However, the Pacers’ defense and home-court energy could prove decisive. Expect a high-intensity battle with Indiana aiming to extend their lead and Oklahoma fighting to even the series.
Game Odds
Oklahoma City Thunder – 6
Indiana Pacers 225.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Thursday, June 12, 2025