Oklahoma City Thunder will face off against Indiana Pacers for the Game 1 of the 2025 NBA Finals. Here’s everything you need to know, including the date, tip-off time, and streaming details for viewers in the United States.

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A historic Finals matchup is set as the Thunder and Pacers square off in a battle that could define both franchises for years to come. For the OKC, this marks their first shot at a title since 1979—back when they were the Seattle Supersonics—making this run a rare opportunity to end a decades-long drought.

On the other side, the Pacers are chasing their first-ever NBA championship, having come close in the past but never sealing the deal since joining the league from the ABA. With so much on the line, both teams know a strong start could set the tone for a series with legacy-defining stakes.

When will the Oklahoma City Thunder vs Indiana Pacers match be played?

Oklahoma City Thunder play against Indiana Pacers this Thursday, June 5, for the Game 1 of the 2025 NBA Finals. The game is set to kick off at 8:30 PM (ET).

Tyrese Haliburton of the Indiana Pacers – Gregory Shamus/Getty Images

Oklahoma City Thunder vs Indiana Pacers: Time by State in the USA

ET: 8:30 PM

CT: 7:30 PM

MT: 6:30 PM

PT: 5:30 PM

How to watch Oklahoma City Thunder vs Indiana Pacers in the USA

Get ready for this 2025 NBA Finals clash between Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers. Catch every thrilling moment of the action in the USA on Fubo with a free trial. Other options: ABC.