The 2025 NBA Finals moves to Indianapolis where the Indiana Pacers will host the Oklahoma City Thunder for Game 3 this Wednesday. Following a victorious Game 1 for the Pacers, the Thunder made a strong comeback to tie the series, winning Game 2 by a score of 123-107.

Game Details:

• Time: 8:30 p.m. ET
• Location: Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indianapolis
• Current Odds: Thunder are 5.5-point favorites, while the total points over/under is set at 227.5.

This season, the Thunder have performed well, with a 62-36 record against the spread (ATS) as favorites, whereas Indiana has recorded a 26-19 ATS as underdogs. Before placing any bets, it’s advisable to consult the predictions from the SportsLine Projection Model.

The model has successfully simulated each NBA game 10,000 times, generating substantial profits from its betting strategies. Currently, it stands with a strong performance of 160-118 across all top-rated NBA picks over the last six seasons, yielding approximately $4,000 in returns. Furthermore, it maintains a 69% success rate with top-rated NBA against-the-spread picks this season.

Key Players for the Thunder:

• Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: 34 points, eight assists, and four steals in Game 2.
• Chet Holmgren: 15 points and six rebounds in Game 2.

Key Players for the Pacers:

• Andrew Nembhard: 12.8 points and leads the team with 1.6 steals on average in the playoffs.
• Myles Turner: Averaging 15.5 points and 6.5 rebounds this finals.

According to projections, the game will lean below the total points, estimating around 222 combined points. Check SportsLine for further insights and specific betting predictions.