
NBA Finals Game 2 Preview: Thunder vs. Pacers Betting Insights
A comprehensive breakdown of the NBA Finals Game 2 matchup between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Indiana Pacers, including betting odds and player prop bets.
NBA Finals Game 2: Thunder vs. Pacers Overview
Game 2 of the 2025 NBA Finals will feature the Oklahoma City Thunder against the Indiana Pacers on Sunday evening. The Pacers managed a dramatic comeback, overcoming a 15-point deficit to secure a 111-110 victory in Game 1, thanks to a last-second jumper from Tyrese Haliburton. The match is set to tip off at 8 p.m. ET at the Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, where the Thunder are favored by 11 points, while the total points is set at 228.5 according to DraftKings Sportsbook’s latest odds.
Betting Insights
- Moneyline Odds: Thunder -520 (risk $520 to win $100) vs. Pacers +390 (risk $100 to win $390).
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Top Picks for Game 2 SGP
- Pacers alternate spread +6.5 (+170)
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Over 30 points (-290)
- Jalen Williams 5+ assists (-195)
Total SGP payout: +450
The Pacers have gained significant momentum and have a strong track record as underdogs this postseason, covering six out of seven such instances.
Overall Player Insights
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has performed impressively, scoring over 30 in three consecutive games, while Jalen Williams has consistently contributed playmaking with an average of 5.6 assists per game.
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