The 2025 NBA Finals between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Indiana Pacers delivered more than just a title. After a long stretch in the final round with seven games and a head-to-head competition, the Oklahoma City Thunder captured their first championship. But the celebration was not just about the trophy but also the records broken along the way.
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Game 7 demonstrated a historic night at Paycom Center of record-breaking brilliance for the Oklahoma City Thunder. They pulled away late for a 103-91 win to cap off a seven-game thriller against the Pacers. With the pressure at its peak and the stage set under the bright lights of Thunder City, Oklahoma answered with poise, dominance, and a dose of historic milestone.
Game-Changing Records That Defined the 2025 NBA Finals
Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander’s Historic MVP Triple Crown
Gilgeous-Alexander did not just lead the Thunder to a championship; he completed one of the rarest feats in the history of the NBA. By securing the Kia MVP, the league scoring title, and finals MVP honors, Shai joined an exclusive group that previously included Kareem Abdul -Jabbar, Michael Jordan, and Shaquille O’Neal. He trailed 29 points and 12 assists to fish off a finals run in Game 7. He set the tone of the series with an average of 30.3 points, 5.6 assists, 4.6 rebounds, 1.9 steals, and 1.6 blocks per game.
Chet Holmgren Sets Game 7 Blocks Record
Holmgren made sure his name would remain etched into the finals with a rim protection masterclass. The seven-footer rejected five shots, setting a new Game 7 record for blocks in the NBA Finals. More importantly, each block came at critical second-half moments when the Pacers tried to claw back into the game.
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The Oklahoma City Thunder’s Franchise Scoring Mark
Across the seven-game series, the Thunder scored 695 total points, the most in franchise finals history. This was a testament to their offensive depth, ball momentum, and transition scoring, fueled by 521 points off turnovers. Moreover, with explosive runs in Games 5 and 7, the Thunder overwhelmed the Pacers and stamped its dominance in the box score as well as the record books.
The 2025 Finals showed the world that the Thunder are more than just a young core. They are built to win now and for years ahead. However, their first championship remained filled with moments and star-making performances, highlighting the start of something even bigger.
