Indiana Pacers and Oklahoma City Thunder Prepare for Decisive Game 7 in NBA Finals
The upcoming Game 7 of the NBA Finals marks a historic moment as the Indiana Pacers and Oklahoma City Thunder face off for the championship.
For the 20th time in NBA history, the NBA Finals is heading to a Game 7. The Indiana Pacers achieved this by winning Game 6 at home, setting the stage for a critical showdown against the Oklahoma City Thunder, which is scheduled for Sunday at 8 p.m..
Historically, Game 7s have created memorable moments. Here’s a summary of the last five Game 7s in NBA Finals history:
1994: Houston Rockets 90, New York Knicks 84
The Rockets bounced back from a series deficit to claim their first championship, with Hakeem Olajuwon leading with 25 points and 10 rebounds.
2005: San Antonio Spurs 81, Detroit Pistons 74
Backed by Gregg Popovich, the Spurs secured their third title as Manu Ginobili shined in the final quarter.
2010: Los Angeles Lakers 83, Boston Celtics 79
In a tightly contested match, Kobe Bryant and Pau Gasol pushed the Lakers to victory.
2013: Miami Heat 95, San Antonio Spurs 88
LeBron James and Dwyane Wade sealed the championship for Miami amidst high tension.
2016: Cleveland Cavaliers 93, Golden State Warriors 89
In a legendary game, the Cavaliers clinched their first championship with a dramatic comeback with contributions from Kyrie Irving and LeBron James.
