Seven-Figure Bet on Thunder's NBA Finals Victory Sparks Interest
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Seven-Figure Bet on Thunder's NBA Finals Victory Sparks Interest

A substantial bet on the Oklahoma City Thunder to win the NBA Finals highlights the excitement surrounding the pivotal Game 7 against the Indiana Pacers.

The public, much like regular fans, seeks entertainment, and they’re certainly getting that with NBA Finals odds as the Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers prepare for Game 7.

Notably, a customer at BetMGM Nevada has placed a bet that could cost them seven figures or potentially yield low six figures, depending on the outcome of the game scheduled for Sunday night in Oklahoma City.

Earlier, just before Game 1 on June 5, another bettor put down a $200,000 bet on the Thunder to win the series, with a potential profit of $28,571, making Sunday night a tense period for the betting counter as two large wagers stand at risk.

Scott Shelton from BetMGM Nevada shared his thoughts: “Game 7 will be a big swing no matter what happens. Obviously, we will be rooting for the Pacers, due to multiple large series bets on the Thunder. We’re not sure yet how the million-dollar bettor will hedge Sunday night, since he only wins $150,000.”

On the other hand, another gambler stands to gain significantly from a bet placed on May 31 at Fanatics Sportsbook. They wagered $127,667 on Indiana to win the championship, with the potential for a profit of $893,669, contingent on the Pacers winning on Sunday.

Amid the tensions of potentially huge payouts, one wager could turn into a $270,761.40 payout. Already, a wager placed earlier in the playoffs has evolved into an interesting narrative as both teams clash in the decisive Game 7.

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