Here we go! The Oklahoma City Thunder host the Indiana Pacers in Game 1 of the NBA Finals!

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is looking to put a bow on a historic season. The reigning MVP led the Thunder to an impressive 68-14 regular season record as he tries to help Oklahoma City capture its first NBA title since the team relocated to Oklahoma from Seattle.

Standing in Shai’s way is a potential team of destiny. The Pacers enter the Finals as heavy underdogs — currently +475 to win the series on DraftKings — but Tyrese Haliburton and company have blitzed through the playoffs with an undeniable swagger, defeating the Milwaukee Bucks, Cleveland Cavaliers, and New York Knicks.

Can the Pacers upset the Thunder, or will Oklahoma City’s dominant season end with a championship? Time will tell. Here’s how to watch the 2025 NBA Finals live online.

What Time/Channel Is Game 1 of the NBA Finals On Tonight?

Game 1 of the NBA Finals starts Thursday, June 5 at 8:30 p.m. ET on ABC and ESPN3.

How To Watch The NBA Finals 2025 Online:

The NBA Finals will air on ABC and ESPN3. If you have a valid cable login, you can stream the Pacers/Thunder series on ABC.com or Watch ESPN.

You can also stream the NBA Finals with an active subscription to Sling TV, fuboTV, Hulu + Live TV, DirecTV, or YouTube TV. All of the aforementioned services offer an ABC live stream.

YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, and fuboTV provide free trials for new subscribers.

NBA Finals 2025 Schedule:

• Game 1: Thursday, June 5 at 8:30 p.m. ET on ABC and ESPN3
• Game 2: Sunday, June 8 at 8:00 p.m. ET on ABC and ESPN3
• Game 3: Wednesday, June 11 at 8:30 p.m. ET on ABC and ESPN3
• Game 4: Friday, June 13 at 8:30 p.m. ET on ABC and ESPN3
• Game 5: Monday, June 16 at 8:30 p.m. ET on ABC and ESPN3 (*If Necessary)
• Game 6: Thursday, June 19 at 8:30 p.m. ET on ABC and ESPN3 (*If Necessary)
• Game 7: Sunday, June 22 at 8:00 p.m. ET on ABC and ESPN3 (*If Necessary)

Game 1 of the NBA Finals starts Thursday, June 5 at 8:30 p.m. ET on ABC and ESPN3.