Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle (30) looks to pass as Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (8) and center Isaiah Hartenstein (55) defend during the first half of Game 5 of the Western Conference finals of the NBA basketball playoffs, Wednesday, May 28, 2025, in Oklahoma City. Credit: AP/Nate Billings

The NBA Finals are set to begin Thursday night between the Indiana Pacers and the Oklahoma City Thunder. According to DraftKings Sportsbook, the Thunder are heavy favorites at minus-650. Ahead of the series,

The 2025 Thunder featured two All-Stars (Gilgeous-Alexander and Williams with Mark Daigneault coaching), two All-NBA players (Gilgeous-Alexander and Williams) and two All-Defensive Team picks (Lu Dort and Williams).