Oklahoma City Thunder Win First NBA Championship

The Oklahoma City Thunder captured their first NBA championship in franchise history by defeating the Indiana Pacers 103-91 in Game 7 of the 2025 NBA Finals at the Paycom Center. Led by MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who posted 29 points, 12 assists, and five rebounds, the Thunder overcame a closely contested game that included a significant injury to Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton in the first quarter. Despite trailing at halftime, Oklahoma City surged in the second half with critical runs fueled by contributions from Jalen Williams, Cason Wallace, and TJ McConnell to secure the victory. The Pacers fought hard, with McConnell scoring 10 points in the third quarter, but the Thunder's defensive discipline and timely scoring runs sealed the win. The celebration in Oklahoma City was intense, with fans and police managing the large crowds in Bricktown to ensure safety during the festivities. This championship marks a historic milestone for the franchise, fulfilling a long-awaited goal that eluded previous stars like Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook.