The Official 2025 NBA Finals Thread: OKC Thunder vs Indiana Pacers

[ninjacookies]

Originally Posted by tjforce

Siakam must be disappointed in him

Feel sorry for Somali pirate. He's been the only constant on that team this series.

Originally Posted by Chryghst

Really need OKCfan to pick Thunder to win the next one…it’s our only hope.

He's too deep in the LifetimeTV miniseries script to pull an audible now.

[Chryghst]

Hali’s gotta spend all offseason working on 1v1 off the dribble, and off-ball movement like Curry. Apparently he watched a ton of Curry tape between games 2 and 3…needs to watch more. Also kind of agree with Pacers fan Nomad that they should incorporate more Nesmith into their offense. He feels under-utilized on offense.

[Chryghst]

Originally Posted by ninjacookies

Feel sorry for Somali pirate. He's been the only constant on that team this series.



He's too deep in the LifetimeTV miniseries script to pull an audible now.

Originally Posted by OKC Thunder fan

Before this series ever started I told everyone OKC was too young to win a title.

The fact that their average age is 25 and they are even in the finals is shocking. They dont have ANY of the "old man" experience that NBA vets with 10+ years of experience have (except for Caruso)

Take a look at a guy like TJ McConnell. Sure he doesnt have as much "talent" as the OKC guys do, but when it comes to winning he's more valuable than ALL of the OKC guys except for SGA.

Do you think OKC would trade Jdub for TJ though? Can we have that least?

[OKC Thunder fan]

Originally Posted by Chryghst

I’m just upset ‘Cers are losing and Nomad Thunder Fan doesn’t appreciate how freaking good his team is.

I never said OKC wasn't good, I said I dont think they are good enough to win it all. Just too inexperienced.

I'm betting heavy money on Pacers to win next game and I think it will be a comfortable 10+ point win or higher.

[Akphillips86]

I don’t recall being right about much this postseason, especially when it came to literally everything in the East, but I do remember saying J Dub would be the X factor for the Thunder. When he comes to play, it’s impossible to stop both him and Shai.


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[ninjacookies]

Originally Posted by Chryghst

Hali’s gotta spend all offseason working on 1v1 off the dribble, and off-ball movement like Curry. Apparently he watched a ton of Curry tape between games 2 and 3…needs to watch more. Also kind of agree with Pacers fan Nomad that they should incorporate more Nesmith into their offense. He feels under-utilized on offense.

0-6 while allowing SGA and Jdub to combine for 71 is nasty work.


Terrorism ball in its purest form.

[ninjacookies]

Originally Posted by Chryghst

Do you think OKC would trade Jdub for TJ though? Can we have that least?

Jdub for Kneesmiff to secure the dynasty.

Don't think Jim Carey's that much of a philanthropist thought. OKC probably'll need to toss in a couple of those future first rounders to make it make sense.

[Chryghst]

Originally Posted by ninjacookies

Jdub for Kneesmiff to secure the dynasty.

Don't think Jim Carey's that much of a philanthropist thought. OKC probably'll need to toss in a couple of those future first rounders to make it make sense.

Pacers picked Mathurin over Jdub… imagine how different this series would be.

[tjforce]

Originally Posted by rhigh2390

Lol ok. Tough to win when even your 2nd best player puts up 4 points.

Fair enough.....

And that was less of a shot a Hali as it was pointing out that Siakam has been good this whole playoff run.

[ninjacookies]

Originally Posted by Chryghst

Pacers picked Mathurin over Jdub… imagine how different this series would be.

Got themselves a helluvan inside linebacker though.

[ninjacookies]

Jdub just secured himself at minimum 2 future supermax deals. It's not going to be cheap for OKC coming up, especially with Chet and many others coming off their rookie contracts.

The pinata of picks from the PG13 fallout should help though.

[blackvodka]

A 40 bomb from Jdub is exactly what he and OKC needed tonight. The Pacers will have to adjust and OKC will need to be ready Thursday. Expect Hail to do his re-appearing act.

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[OKC Thunder fan]

Originally Posted by blackvodka

A 40 bomb from Jdub is exactly what he and OKC needed tonight. The Pacers will have to adjust and OKC will need to be ready Thursday. Expect Hail to do his re-appearing act.

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Exactly, when Halliburton goes for 15 points and 15 assists next game dont listen to the people who told you he was "hurt" because it was all a sham.

[Nomad]

So Kneesmith was about to go G1 MSG God mode from three with around 5 minutes left, and the Pacers insisted in overdribbling inside and losing the ball again and again.

Really, get the ball to the right player's hands as fast as possible.

[Sticks33]

I read that Halliburton has an injured leg? When did that happen? Is that just an excuse for his awful performance last night? I guess we’ll know if he looks fine in game 6

Game 6 could be good. I could also see a Pacer’s blow out if OKC isn’t ready to play.

Anyone have predictions? OKC “fan” obviously picking Indiana by 20

[OKC Thunder fan]

I know everyone thinks the Thunder are just going to roll and close this out, but need I remind you how bad OKC plays on the road? They are an A+ team at home and a C- team on the road.

Watch JW go for < 30% shooting and none of those OKC bench guys will hit jack.

This series is going back to OKC

[asujbl]

Pacers aren’t worthy champions. I don’t care about OKC but they should win

Pacers would be embarrassing

They beat the Cavs. I already know. Save your post

This is not the best team in the NBA and they all know it as well

[asujbl]

Originally Posted by Sticks33

I read that Halliburton has an injured leg? When did that happen? Is that just an excuse for his awful performance last night? I guess we’ll know if he looks fine in game 6

Game 6 could be good. I could also see a Pacer’s blow out if OKC isn’t ready to play.

Anyone have predictions? OKC “fan” obviously picking Indiana by 20

During the game

Everyone on the planet is talking about the video

But glad you watch the NBA

[OKC Thunder fan]

Originally Posted by Sticks33

I read that Halliburton has an injured leg? When did that happen? Is that just an excuse for his awful performance last night? I guess we’ll know if he looks fine in game 6

Game 6 could be good. I could also see a Pacer’s blow out if OKC isn’t ready to play.

Anyone have predictions? OKC “fan” obviously picking Indiana by 20

No I think Pacers win by 7-10

Dont forget OKC is terrible on the road. Remember the Timberwolves beat them by 40. FORTY!

[OKC Thunder fan]

Originally Posted by Sticks33

I read that Halliburton has an injured leg? When did that happen? Is that just an excuse for his awful performance last night?

It's going to be hilarious when he goes for 20 points/20 assists in game 6 and all of a sudden he's magically healthy again.

[asujbl]

Originally Posted by OKC Thunder fan

No I think Pacers win by 7-10

Dont forget OKC is terrible on the road. Remember the Timberwolves beat them by 40. FORTY!

We get your shtick dude. It’s annoying

[Chryghst]

Originally Posted by OKC Thunder fan

I never said OKC wasn't good, I said I dont think they are good enough to win it all. Just too inexperienced.

I'm betting heavy money on Pacers to win next game and I think it will be a comfortable 10+ point win or higher.

Ah yes, true “fans” bet heavy on their opponent in first ever championship close-out game in franchise history

[rhigh2390]

Originally Posted by Chryghst

Ah yes, true “fans” bet heavy on their opponent in first ever championship close-out game in franchise history

I think it's clear that it's some type of troll job. He joined the forum once his "team" got to the Finals just to trash them lol

[Chryghst]

Originally Posted by OKC Thunder fan

I know everyone thinks the Thunder are just going to roll and close this out, but need I remind you how bad OKC plays on the road? They are an A+ team at home and a C- team on the road.

Watch JW go for < 30% shooting and none of those OKC bench guys will hit jack.

This series is going back to OKC

Jdub averaging 26.5/6.5/3 on 47.2% shooting in Indiana this series. You said they would lose Game 5 in OKC, Oklahoma Nomad. You’ve actually predicted OKC to lose every game this series.

[Nomad]

Originally Posted by Chryghst

Oklahoma Nomad. You’ve actually predicted OKC to lose every game this series.

Forget the Celtics run to greatness, Oklahoma Nomad did not predict the Pacers' miracle season two years back.

TBH, I haven't even predicted a Pacers' series victory. It's too close to call. And with Haliburton playing hurt, we are gonna need some major step-up to close even the gimmee game 6 in Indy.

I did predict a major rise in Nesmith prices, years ago. For those who invested with that expectation, I apologize. Please continue to sell me your grails for relative pennies, while Double A refines his in-the-paint game, which didn't exist at the beginning of the season.