Game 7 wasn’t just about big plays—it was about strategy, discipline, and composure. In this 60-second breakdown, we explain why Oklahoma City won the 2025 NBA Finals and how Haliburton’s injury, turnovers, and OKC’s defensive execution sealed Indiana’s fate.
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00:00Game 7 of the 2025 NBA Finals vividly demonstrated that at the highest echelons of professional basketball, every turnover, every defensive rotation, and every tactical adjustment plays a decisive role.
00:16The Pacers' early promise, sparked by Halliburton's pre-injury heroics and bolstered by contributions from Siakam Nembard and Toppin, was ultimately undone by 23 costly turnovers in the absence of their primary playmaker.
00:31In contrast, Oklahoma City's disciplined defense and efficient scoring, anchored by Gilgis Alexander's masterful 29-point, 12-assist performance, Halliburton's record-setting impact with 18 points, 8 rebounds, and 5 blocks, and steady play from Williams, propelled them to a 103-91 triumph.
00:52As both teams look to the future, the championship stands as a testament to the enduring truth that sustained excellence over a full 48 minutes, rather than fleeting moments of brilliance, ultimately defines a champion.
