2025 NBA Finals: Where to Watch in NZ Today
The NBA playoffs have reached the pinnacle of conference supremacy. Now, four teams remain in the hunt for a centuries-old prize.
The 2025 NBA Finals are officially here, and for the first time in history, the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Indiana Pacers will battle for the championship. This year’s Finals are packed with rising stars, compelling narratives, and the promise of a first-ever NBA title for one of these two franchises. If you’re searching for the 2025 NBA Finals schedule, star players, and expert predictions, you’ve come to the right place.
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The Finals aren’t just about who wins the Larry O’Brien Trophy. They represent a changing of the guard in the NBA. With young stars, dynamic offenses, and fan bases hungry for victory, this series is more than just a best-of-seven — it’s a turning point for the league’s future.
📖 Storylines Heading Into the Finals
1. First Championship on the Line
Neither the Thunder nor the Pacers have won a title in their current cities. The Thunder’s last championship came in 1979 as the Seattle SuperSonics. The Pacers, meanwhile, have never captured an NBA title despite past success in the ABA.
2. Paul George Trade Legacy
The 2017 trade of Paul George set off a series of moves that led both teams to this moment. Oklahoma City acquired Gilgeous-Alexander in a later deal involving George, while Indiana received Domantas Sabonis, who was later flipped for Haliburton.
3. Rising Stars Era
This series is a showcase for the league’s next generation. No LeBron, no Curry, no Giannis—just young, ascending talent ready to take over.
⛹️♂️ Key Players to Watch in the 2025 NBA Finals
Oklahoma City Thunder
– Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (SGA): 2025 MVP finalist and offensive powerhouse averaging 32.7 PPG this season.
– Chet Holmgren: The defensive anchor who’s been a rim-protecting force in the postseason.
– Jalen Williams: All-NBA Third Team selection and a key two-way contributor.
Indiana Pacers
– Tyrese Haliburton: One of the league’s top playmakers, driving Indiana’s up-tempo offense.
– Pascal Siakam: A former NBA champion with leadership experience and clutch scoring.
– Myles Turner: Shot-blocking big man anchoring the Pacers’ interior defense.
📺 How to stream the NBA Finals in New Zealand
In New Zealand, all Conference Finals games are streaming on the NBA’s own League Pass service, Disney+, and Sky Sport Now.
NBA League Pass is available for $24.99 per month, or Premium for $33.99 per month. There are also annual options if you want to check those out. Sign up here.
Disney+ is available for $16.99 per month for the Standard plan, or $21.99 per month for Premium, which comes with sexy upgrades such as 4K and Dolby Atmos audio. There are also annual options if you want to check those out. Sign up here.
Sky Sport Now offers a day pass at $29.99, a month pass for $54.99, or an annual pass for $549.99.
📅 Dates & Series Format
The 2025 Finals will follow the traditional 2-2-1-1-1 format:
Game 1: Pacers @ Thunder – Friday, June 6 – 12:30pm NZST
Game 2: Pacers @ Thunder – Monday, June 9 – 12:00pm NZST
Game 3: Thunder @ Pacers – Thursday, June 12 – 12:30pm NZST
Game 4: Thunder @ Pacers – Saturday, June 14 – 112:30pm NZST
Game 5 (if necessary): Pacers @ Thunder – Tuesday, June 17 – 12:30pm NZST
Game 6 (if necessary): Thunder @ Pacers – Friday, June 20 – 12:30pm NZST
Game 7 (if necessary): Pacers @ Thunder – Monday, June 23 – 12:30pm NZST
