Indiana Pacers vs Oklahoma City Thunder Prediction 06/16/2025 Picks
- Lee Shipley
- Jun 16
- 3 min read
Indiana (50-32) vs Oklahoma City (68-14)
June 16, 2025 at 08:30 PM EDT
Betting Odds: Oklahoma City -9.5 — Over/Under: +225
What's up, sports fans! Get ready, because tonight we've got a heavyweight bout in the NBA Finals! It's Game 5, and the Indiana Pacers are rolling into the Paycom Center to take on the Oklahoma City Thunder. You know The Outlet Sports Ventures has got you covered, bringing you FREE predictions across all sports, every single day! So, buckle up, because right here, right now, we're breaking down this Pacers-Thunder showdown with our top prediction and a solid pick. And hey, while you're at it, be sure to check out all our other articles for more winning insights!
Indiana Pacers vs Oklahoma City Thunder Injury Report
The Pacers will be without Isaiah Jackson due to an Achilles injury. Jarace Walker is out for a fifth straight game due to an ankle injury. Walker has played 117 minutes in these playoffs, scoring 36 points, grabbing 21 rebounds, and dishing eight assists.
The Thunder will be without Nikola Topic due to a knee injury.
The Indiana Pacers Team Preview!
Alright, so the Indiana Pacers are in a great spot here, looking to snatch a 3-2 series lead in the Finals! They've been road warriors all postseason, going an impressive 6-2 away from home, and they haven't lost two games in a row since way back in March – talk about resilience! Offensively, they're scoring a ton, hitting almost half their shots, with Pascal Siakam and Tyrese Haliburton leading the charge. Plus, they're knocking down nearly 40% of their threes and are money from the free-throw line. On defense, they're doing a solid job of shutting down opponents from deep and crashing the boards. Basically, the Pacers are playing like a team that's ready to make some noise, and they're bringing a whole lot of momentum into this crucial Game 5!
The Indiana Pacers Player Facts!
T.J. McConnell ranks 6th amongst qualified players for assists per 36 minutes (8.9) this season.
Ben Sheppard ranks 8th amongst qualified players for assist:turnover ratio (3.9) this season.
The Oklahoma City Thunder Team Preview!
And now for the home team, the Oklahoma City Thunder! They're also looking to seize that crucial 3-2 lead right here in Game 5. These guys are on a serious tear at home, winning seven of their last eight games in front of their fans, and they've been absolutely money in Game 5s this postseason, with a perfect 2-0 record. They're an offensive powerhouse, dropping over 116 points a night, with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leading the charge, putting up over 30 points and dishing out assists. You've also got Jalen Williams making a huge impact, and Chet Holmgren consistently hitting double figures. They're hitting a decent clip from three and are deadly from the free-throw line, while on defense, they're tough to score on from deep and dominate the glass. Get ready, because the Thunder are bringing the thunder tonight, and they're aiming to take control of this series!
Oklahoma City Thunder Player Facts
Isaiah Joe ranks 3rd amongst qualified players for three-pointers made per 36 minutes (4.3) this season.
Jalen Williams ranks 7th amongst qualified players for steals per game (1.6) this season.
Indiana Pacers vs OKC Thunder Game Prediction!
The Pick: Pacers +9.5 -110
Alright, here's my take: I still can't believe the Pacers let Game 4 slip away – they had it in their grasp! You know the Thunder are going to come out firing on all cylinders after that, feeling confident with home court back.
BUT, here's why you can't count out the Pacers: they've been absolute road warriors this postseason, and they've proven time and again they thrive as underdogs. And honestly, the Thunder still look a little unsure of themselves at times, often relying solely on SGA to bail them out when things get tight. The Pacers, outside of that Game 4 blip, are fantastic under pressure. So, despite the home-court advantage and the Game 4 momentum for OKC, I'm sticking with the Pacers. I'm taking those points, because I think Indiana keeps this one super close and might even pull off the upset!
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