Oklahoma City Thunder Win 2025 NBA Championship in Historic Game 7 Victory!

The Oklahoma City Thunder have officially claimed their first NBA Championship in franchise history after a thrilling Game 7 victory over the Indiana Pacers! The Thunder, led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (SGA) and rising star Chet Holmgren, completed a Cinderella run to secure the Larry O’Brien Trophy in one of the most exciting Finals in recent memory.

2025 NBA Finals Recap: Thunder vs. Pacers

The series was a back-and-forth battle, with both teams pushing each other to the limit. After trailing 3-2, the Thunder stormed back to win Games 6 & 7, clinching the title on their home court at Paycom Center.

Game 7 Final Score:

Oklahoma City Thunder 112 – Indiana Pacers 108

Key Performances:

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander – 34 PTS, 9 AST, 7 REB (Finals MVP)
Chet Holmgren – 22 PTS, 12 REB, 5 BLK (Dominant two-way play)
Jalen Williams – 18 PTS, 6 REB (Clutch shots in the 4th quarter)
Lu Dort – Lockdown defense on Pacers’ star Tyrese Haliburton

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Named 2025 NBA Finals MVP

After an incredible postseason run, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was unanimously awarded the Bill Russell NBA Finals MVP trophy. His leadership, scoring, and clutch performances throughout the series solidified his place among the NBA’s elite.

SGA’s 2025 Finals Stats:

31.4 PPG (Points Per Game)
7.2 APG (Assists)
6.8 RPG (Rebounds)
50.6% FG (Field Goal Percentage)

With this win, SGA joins an exclusive list of players to lead a franchise to its first-ever championship while earning Finals MVP honors.

A Long-Awaited Victory for OKC

Before 2025, the Thunder had never won an NBA title, despite coming close in 2012 (loss to Miami Heat). Under GM Sam Presti’s masterful rebuild, the team transformed from a young, rebuilding squad into 2025 NBA Champions.

Key Factors in OKC’s Championship Run:

✅ Elite Defense – Ranked #1 in defensive rating
✅ Youth & Depth – Contributions from Cason Wallace, Isaiah Joe, Kenrich Williams
✅ Clutch Performances – Multiple close-game wins in the playoffs

Did the Indiana Pacers Win a Championship?

No, the Pacers have never won an NBA title (0-2 in Finals appearances). Despite a strong run led by Tyrese Haliburton and Myles Turner, they fell just short in Game 7.

2025 NBA Playoffs: Thunder’s Road to the Title

First Round: Thunder defeat Pelicans (4-1)
Second Round: Thunder defeat Nuggets (4-3)
Western Conference Finals: Thunder defeat Timberwolves (4-2)
NBA Finals: Thunder defeat Pacers (4-3)

What’s Next for the Thunder?

With a young core (SGA, Chet, Jalen Williams) locked in long-term, OKC is poised to be a title contender for years. Will they become a dynasty, or will rivals like Boston, Denver, or Phoenix reclaim the throne in 2026?

Final Thoughts

The 2025 NBA Finals will be remembered as the moment the Oklahoma City Thunder arrived as champions. From Sam Presti’s rebuild to Shai’s MVP performance, this was a victory years in the making.

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Oklahoma City Thunder Win 2025 NBA Championship