Oklahoma City Thunder crowned NBA Champions in historic victory
For the first time since relocating from Seattle in 2008, the Oklahoma City Thunder have claimed the NBA title, defeating the Indiana Pacers in a thrilling Game 7. The victory marks a symbolic milestone for the franchise, as their 1979 championship (won as the SuperSonics) now shares space with a new era of success.
Led by MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (26) and rising star Jalen Williams (23), the Thunder’s youthful energy overpowered Indiana’s veteran core.
Despite losing Tyrese Haliburton to a suspected Achilles injury early, the Pacers fought hard but collapsed after halftime under OKC’s relentless “swarm” defense and transition attack. A decisive 19-2 run in the third quarter sealed their fate.
The win validates OKC’s long-term rebuild, blending elite drafting (Williams, Chet Holmgren) with shrewd acquisitions like Isaiah Hartenstein.
Beyond the court, the title cements the Thunder’s bond with their community, coinciding with plans for a $900M arena. For a city once seen as an NBA outsider, this championship is more than a trophy it’s a declaration of arrival.
