The Oklahoma City Thunder are set to continue their four-game homestand by hosting the Indiana Pacers on Saturday, March 29, 2025. This will mark the second meeting between the two teams this season. The Thunder emerged victorious in their first clash on December 26, 2024.
The Thunder (61-12) have been in exceptional form, winning eight consecutive games. Their latest victory came against the Memphis Grizzlies on Thursday, where they dominated the fourth quarter to seal another blowout win. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the scoring for OKC with 37 points in that contest, maintaining his stellar form throughout the season.
Pacers' Offensive Explosion Grabs Headlines
Meanwhile, the Pacers (43-30) made headlines across the league after posting a franchise-record 162 points in a demolition of the Washington Wizards on Thursday. Tyrese Haliburton spearheaded the offensive masterclass with 29 points, guiding Indiana to one of the most dominant performances of the season.
Where to Watch Pacers vs. Thunder: Time, TV Channel, and Streaming
- Date: Saturday, March 29, 2025
- Time: 7 p.m. CT
- TV Channel: FanDuel Sports Network Oklahoma, Griffin Media local channels
- Live Stream: Available on FanDuel Sports Network and select regional streaming services.
Pacers vs. Thunder Injury Updates
Thunder:
- Aaron Wiggins (Achilles tendinitis) – Out
- Alex Caruso (back spasm) – Questionable
- Jaylin Williams (hip tightness) – Questionable
- Ousmane Dieng (calf strain) – Out
- Ajay Mitchell (toe sprain) – Out
- Nikola Topic (torn ACL) – Out
- Alex Ducas (quad strain) – Out
Pacers:
- Bennedict Mathurin (calf soreness) – Out
- Isaiah Jackson (torn Achilles) – Out
- Enrique Freeman (G League two-way) – Doubtful
- RayJ Dennis (G League two-way) – Doubtful
- Quenton Jackson (G League two-way) – Probable
Probable Starting Lineups
Oklahoma City Thunder
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
- Lu Dort
- Jalen Williams
- Chet Holmgren
- Isaiah Hartenstein
Indiana Pacers
- Tyrese Haliburton
- Andrew Nembhard
- Aaron Nesmith
- Pascal Siakam
- Myles Turner
Pacers vs. Thunder: Predictions, Picks, and Odds
Prediction: Thunder 123, Pacers 117
This matchup promises to be a thrilling contest. The Pacers have demonstrated their offensive prowess, while the Thunder’s defense remains one of the best in the league. As the Thunder aim to maintain their dominance against Eastern Conference teams, this could be their toughest challenge yet. OKC is expected to edge out a close win at home.
Betting Odds:
- Spread: Thunder favored by 9.5 points
- Over/Under: 240.5 points
All odds are provided by BetMGM.
Thunder 2024-25 Schedule: Upcoming Games
- Monday, March 31: vs. Chicago Bulls
- Wednesday, April 2: vs. Detroit Pistons
- Friday, April 4: at Houston Rockets
As both teams look to continue their strong form heading into the final stretch of the season, fans can expect a high-intensity battle between two dynamic squads.