The Indiana Pacers clinched a surprise spot in the 2025 NBA Finals by defeating the Oklahoma City Thunder, who had a stellar season. While the Thunder, led by MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, were pre-season favorites, the Pacers struggled initially before rallying mid-season. Despite their contrasting paths, both teams share a youthful core centered around dynamic guards, and neither team is a luxury tax payer, marking a unique Finals scenario. The matchup features two All-NBA point guards, promising an engaging playoff series.
This is the first Finals since the introduction of the luxury tax in which neither team is a tax-payer.
Both finalists play a fun, engaging style and are set up for more postseason success in the seasons to come.
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