The Indiana Pacers pulled off a statement in Game 6 of the 2025 NBA Finals, crushing Oklahoma City 108‑91 to force the first Finals Game 7 since 2016. At Gainbridge Fieldhouse, they surged ahead with a massive second quarter, building a 64‑42 halftime lead and turning the game into a blowout. Anchored by a balanced offensive assault, Obi Toppin scored 20 off the bench, Andrew Nembhard added 17, Pascal Siakam notched 16 points and 13 rebounds, and Tyrese Haliburton, playing on a strained calf, chipped in 14 points and 5 assists before resting in the fourth.
Indiana’s defense was relentless, forcing 21 Thunder turnovers and holding OKC to just 8-of-30 from three, limiting Shai Gilgeous-Alexander to 21 points and eight turnovers. All of it was super impressive considering Haliburton's limited minutes on a bad leg and calf injury.
Now, attention turns to Sunday’s winner‑takes‑all Game 7 in Oklahoma City, where the Pacers will look to cap this heroic rally at the Thunder’s home court. Indiana’s resilience and depth have them riding high into what promises to be a classic finale. Game 7 Sunday (6/22) at 7:00 p.m. carried live on 92.9 FM ESPN (680 AM). Full analysis all week.
