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NBA Finals Game 6 live updates: Thunder-Pacers prediction, TV channel
OKC has won the last two games in the series to take the 3-2 lead after initially losing two of the first three games of the series, including the opening in Oklahoma.
Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton had four points, seven rebounds and six assists in 34 minutes of play during the 120-109 Game 5 loss on Monday. He finished 0-for-6 from the field and scored all four of his points from the free throw line.
Haliburton confirmed on Wednesday that he's dealing with a calf strain but told reporters he hopes to play in Game 6. A win for the Pacers on Monday would force the series to a Game 7 in the Oklahoma City Thunder.
It all adds up to a crucial Game 6. USA TODAY Sports will provide the latest updates, highlights, wild plays, analysis and more throughout the game. Follow along.
What time is Thunder vs Pacers game today?
The Oklahoma City Thunder host the Indiana Pacers for Game 6 of the NBA Finals at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. The game is scheduled for 8:30 p.m. ET.
Where to watch Indiana Pacers vs. Oklahoma City Thunder Game 5
Time: 8:30 p.m. ET
8:30 p.m. ET Location: Gainbridge Fieldhouse (Indianapolis, Indiana)
Gainbridge Fieldhouse (Indianapolis, Indiana) TV: ABC
ABC Stream: Fubo, Sling TV
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Where is Game 6 between the Indiana Pacers and Oklahoma City Thunder?
The Indiana Pacers host the Oklahoma City Thunder for a potential closeout Game 6 of the NBA Finals at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Indiana.
The Oklahoma City Thunder are favorites to win the series vs. the Indiana Pacers in Game 6 of the 2025 NBA Finals, according to BetMGM (odds as of Thursday, June 19):
Spread : Thunder (-5.5)
: Thunder (-5.5) Moneyline : Thunder (-225); Pacers (+185)
: Thunder (-225); Pacers (+185) Over/under: 222.5
The Oklahoma City Thunder enter Game 6 as the favorite to win the 2025 NBA Finals over the Indiana Pacers, according to BetMGM (odds as of Thursday, June 19)
Series winner: Thunder (-3000); Pacers (+1250)
USA TODAY: Every expert picks the Thunder
Ahead of the series opener, all of the NBA experts at USA Today Sports picked the Oklahoma City Thunder to beat the Indiana Pacers in the 2025 NBA Finals
Scooby Axson: Thunder in five
Thunder in five Jordan Mendoza: Thunder in six
Thunder in six Lorenzo Reyes: Thunder in six
Thunder in six James Williams: Thunder in six
Thunder in six Jeff Zillgitt: Thunder in five
USA TODAY: Most pick Thunder in Game 6
Scooby Axson: Thunder 111, Pacers 102
Thunder 111, Pacers 102 Jordan Mendoza : Thunder 113, Pacers 103
: Thunder 113, Pacers 103 James Williams : Pacers 111, Thunder 106
: Pacers 111, Thunder 106 Jeff Zillgitt: Thunder 116, Pacers 103
The Indiana Pacers host the Oklahoma City Thunder at 8:30 p.m. ET with coverage on ABC.
Game 3 between the Thunder and Pacers is available on ABC. Fans can also stream the action with Sling TV and Fubo, which offers a free trial for new users.
All times Eastern; *-if necessary
Odds via BetMGM on Saturday, June 16.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (-650)
Jalen Williams (+650)
Pascal Siakam (+1500)
Tyrese Haliburton (+9000)
6 players tied (+50000)
According to Pacers coach Rick Carlisle, Tyrese Haliburton (calf strain) will play tonight vs. the Oklahoma City Thunder.
"Tyrese will play," Carlisle said in a pregame press conference. "He was tested at 5 p.m. He was strength tested at 5 p.m. and did very well. Went through walkthrough. There's no set minutes limit. We will watch and monitor things very closely from the beginning of the game through the entirety of the game. We'll go from there."
USA TODAY Sports staff has more on Tyrese Haliburton's injury.
The Oklahoma City Thunder have one NBA championship. However, it came in 1979 when the team was the Seattle SuperSonics. They have not won a title since moving to Oklahoma City in 2008.
The Indiana Pacers have not won an NBA championship. They have two Eastern Conference titles (2000, 2025).
