NBA Finals Game 1 betting tips – Oklahoma City vs Indiana

The 2024/25 NBA season comes to a thrilling conclusion as the Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers clash in one of the most unexpected finals matchups in recent memory.

Both teams have defied the odds to reach this point — the Thunder charging through the Western Conference with youth and depth, the Pacers stunning the East by taking down three heavyweights in succession.

Here are our top NBA Finals betting tips, with odds from the best NBA bookmakers in United States.

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Oklahoma City Thunder vs Indiana Pacers

Game 1: Thursday, June 6 – 10:30pm EST – Paycom Center, Oklahoma City

OKC are back in the NBA Finals for the first time since 2012, this time led by MVP runner-up Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and supported by emerging stars Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren. The Thunder’s transition offense, shot blocking and perimeter pressure have overwhelmed every playoff opponent so far.

The Indiana Pacers continue to surprise. Led by Tyrese Haliburton and Pascal Siakam, their up-tempo attack has beaten the Bucks, Knicks, and Celtics. Their pace and scoring depth have made them thrilling to watch, but containing OKC’s length and two-way play will be their biggest test yet.

Oklahoma are set for a strong showing at home in Game 1 of the NBA Finals, and there’s great value in backing them early. Gilgeous-Alexander and Luguentz Dort were pivotal in the series win over the Timberwolves, combining elite scoring and perimeter defense. Expect them to set the tone once again. Meanwhile, Alex Caruso is a defensive mastermind, bringing in grit and momentum as a key contributor on both ends of the court.

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