Tonight the Thunder return in Indy for a rematch of NBA Finals at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, Indiana’s 2025-26 season opener. The matchup is a quick reminder of how last season ended: the Thunder raising the Larry O’Brien Trophy and the Pacers wondering how close they were.

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Oklahoma City enters Thursday night already battle-tested after an emotional double-overtime win over Houston on opening night. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, delivered 35 points, including the game-winning free throws with 2.3 seconds left.

“It’s the kind of win that keeps you sharp early,” head coach Mark Daigneault said postgame. “We had to dig deep right out of the gate.”

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