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Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren is a great prop target in Game 5.

Peter’s Points: NBA Best Bets Today (Predictions, Prop Bets for Pacers vs. Thunder, Chet Holmgren)

Sports Illustrated's Peter Dewey breaks down his favorite bets for Game 5 of the NBA Finals between the Indiana Pacers and Oklahoma City Thunder.

Oklahoma City Thunder forward Chet Holmgren is a great prop target in Game 5.

Peter’s Points: NBA Best Bets Today (Predictions, Prop Bets for Pacers vs. Thunder, Chet Holmgren)

Sports Illustrated's Peter Dewey breaks down his favorite bets for Game 5 of the NBA Finals between the Indiana Pacers and Oklahoma City Thunder.

Chicago Bulls head coach Billy Donovan

Bulls Working on Contract Extension for Head Coach Billy Donovan Amid Knicks Interest

The Bulls are reportedly working on a new deal for Billy Donovan after reports the Knicks requested to speak with him for their head coaching vacancy.

Doc Rivers was coaching a game for the Boston Celtics on election night in 2008.

Doc Rivers Recalls Burning Timeout Because Of National History Happening Mid-Game

Doc Rivers needed to take a moment during the 2008 election.

Rick Carlisle argues with referee Josh Tiven during the 2025 NBA Finals.

Pacers’ Rick Carlisle Defends NBA Ref Scott Foster Over 'Stupid' Scrutiny

The Thunder surged past Indiana to win a physical contest.

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Windhorst theorizing after the Grizzlies' trade of Desmond Bane.

Brian Windhorst Ponders Futures of Grizzlies Stars After Desmond Bane Trade

Stephen A. Smith was seen playing solitaire during Game 4 of the NBA Finals.

Fans Rip Stephen A. Smith Over His Excuse for Playing Solitaire During NBA Finals Game

Bane is headed to Orlando while Caldwell-Pope is Memphis-bound.

Grizzlies Trade Desmond Bane to Magic for Two Players, Four First-Round Picks

Phoenix Suns forward Kevin Durant (35) reacts after a play during the first half against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center.

Kevin Durant Reportedly Prefers Two Trade Destinations, But It Might Not Matter

Dwight Howard stands during a Lakers game against the Nuggets in 2022.

Dwight Howard, Lance Stephenson Ejected After Brawling During Their Big3 Debuts

Caitlin Clark had a remarkable first game back from injury.

LeBron James Had Eight-Word Message for Caitlin Clark After Return Game vs. Liberty

Andrew Wiggins guards LeBron James in Jan. 2025.

Lakers Insider Shares Two Best Players Team Could Get to Fill Rotation Holes

Phoenix Suns forward Durant against Minnesota Timberwolves guard Edwards at Footprint Center.

New Kevin Durant Report Indicates Two Teams Are Separating From Pack in Trade Pursuit

Steven Adams rebounds against the Warriors during a playoff game.

Rockets Sign Veteran Center to Extension After Breakthrough Season

Caitlin Clark attends the 2025 NBA Finals between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Indiana Pacers at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.

Caitlin Clark Gives Her Thoughts on Pacers' Ability to Win Title After Game 4 Loss

Alperen Sengun and Amen Thompson watch a game against the Pistons in Jan. 2024.

NBA Insider Shares Potential Holdup to Rockets Acquiring Kevin Durant From Suns

Kyle Lowry talks to the Pacers' Thomas Bryant.

Kyle Lowry Likely to Return for 20th Season Despite TV Speculation

Indiana Pacers head coach Rick Carlisle speaks to the media during the NBA Finals

Rick Carlisle Had Straightforward Explanation for Pacers' Late Struggles in Game 4

Phoenix Suns forward Durant smiles during an interview

Kevin Durant Called Out Stephen A. Smith for Playing Solitaire During NBA Finals

Barkley thinks the NBA Finals is over.

Charles Barkley Declares NBA Finals 'A Wrap' After Thunder's Comeback Win vs. Pacers

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 15 points in the fourth quarter to rally the Thunder to the Game 4 win.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Takes Over to Rally Thunder, Even NBA Finals at 2–2

Duke center Khaman Maluach (left) is expected to be the first big off the board in this year’s NBA draft.

NBA Draft Bigs Tiers: Khaman Maluach Can Be Defensive Anchor With Upside

Tyrese Haliburton had his signature moment of the NBA Finals in Game 3.

Tyrese Haliburton Draws Inspiration From Steph Curry in NBA Finals Game 3 Win

Kon Knueppel is the best all-around shooter in this NBA draft class.

NBA Draft Shooting Tiers: Kon Knueppel, Tre Johnson Have High-Lottery Upside

The Pacers need Tyrese Haliburton to be aggressive moving forward in the NBA Finals.

Key NBA Finals Adjustments for Pacers and Thunder Entering Game 3

Dylan Harper is the top point guard option in the 2025 NBA Draft.

NBA Draft Point Guard Tiers: Dylan Harper Ranks at Top of Class

Jalen Williams goes up to the basket during Game 2 of the NBA Finals as the Thunder evened the series 1–1.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Supporting Cast Power Thunder to NBA Finals Game 2 Win

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had a solid statistical Game 1 of the NBA Finals, but faded down the stretch.

What the Thunder Need to Fix in Game 2 of the NBA Finals

Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton shoots the game-winner to take Game 1 of the NBA Finals.

Tyrese Haliburton Adds to Sizzle Reel in Dramatic Comeback to Win NBA Finals Game 1

Adam Silver is annoyed by people lamenting a Pacers-Thunder NBA Finals.

Adam Silver Makes Shortsighted Mistake of Comparing NBA to NFL

Williams and Siakam will be key to their teams’ hopes at winning an NBA title.

NBA Finals: 10 Questions That Will Determine Thunder-Pacers Series

Williams’s clutch shooting percentage is one of the keys to the NBA Finals.

NBA Finals: Five Key Stats That Could Decide Thunder-Pacers Series

How Small-Market Thunder and Pacers Brought Parity to the NBA Finals

‘Inside the NBA’ ran on TNT for 36 years.

‘Inside the NBA’ Draws Big Viewership for Final Show on TNT

Towns drives to the basket against Indiana guard Andrew Nembhard during the Eastern Conference finals.

Lessons the Knicks and Timberwolves Learned in NBA Conference Finals Losses

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Mar 18, 2024; San Francisco, California, USA; Golden State Warriorshead coach Steve Kerr watches thee game against the New York Knicks during the first half at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: John Hefti-Imagn Images

Champion Coach Recalls Knicks' Offer

May 7, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Official official Scott Foster runs down the court during the first quarter of game two of the second round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs between the Denver Nuggets and Oklahoma City Thunder at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images

NBA Analyst Calls Out Referees in Pacers Game 4 Loss to Thunder

Dec 29, 2023; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Boston Celtics forward Jaylen Brown (7) shoots during the first half against the Toronto Raptors at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Paul Rutherford-Imagn Images

Predicting Celtics' Jaylen Brown Trade Value After Wild Desmond Bane Deal

Jun 13, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) shoots the ball against Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) during the second half during game four of the 2025 NBA Finals at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images

Stiles Points: OKC Thunder Must Continue Desperate Play in Game 5 of NBA Finals

Nov 17, 2024; Washington, District of Columbia, USA; Detroit Pistons guard Jaden Ivey (23) drives to the basket as Washington Wizards forward Corey Kispert (24) and Wizards forward Kyshawn George (18) defend in the first half at Capital One Arena. Mandatory Credit: Geoff Burke-Imagn Images

Pistons Guard Listed as Trade Target for Eastern Conference Team

Feb 22, 2025; Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA; Philadelphia 76ers center Joel Embiid (21) holds his leg after a play against the Brooklyn Nets during the second quarter at Wells Fargo Center. Mandatory Credit: Bill Streicher-Imagn Images

76ers Legend Reveals Concerning Joel Embiid Practice Story

Mar 20, 2025; Charlotte, North Carolina, USA; New York Knicks center Karl-Anthony Towns (32) reacts to a no call during the second quarter against the Charlotte Hornets at Spectrum Center. Mandatory Credit: Jim Dedmon-Imagn Images

Here is what Charlotte would likely have to give up to make Karl-Anthony Towns a Hornet

Mar 28, 2023; Memphis, Tennessee, USA; Memphis Grizzlies guard Desmond Bane (22) shoots for three during the second half against the Orlando Magic at FedExForum. Mandatory Credit: Petre Thomas-Imagn Images

Orlando Magic Deemed Winners In Massive Deal For Desmond Bane

Nov 21, 2024; Spokane, Washington, USA; Washington State Cougars guard Cedric Coward (0) shoots the ball against the Eastern Washington Eagles in the first half at Spokane Veterans Memorial Arena. Mandatory Credit: James Snook-Imagn Images

Options for the Memphis Grizzlies with the No. 16 Pick