NBA Game 6: Thunder on Brink of Eliminating Pacers; Haliburton's Injury Status
The Oklahoma City Thunder have taken a commanding lead in the NBA Finals, with a 3-2 series advantage over the Indiana Pacers. The Thunder's dominance in the series is reflected in the updated series price odds, which now favour the Thunder heavily. The Thunder now have -1600 odds to win the NBA Finals, a significant jump from their -500 odds before Game 5 [1].
The Thunder's impressive form in the series is also evident in their ability to cover the spread. They have covered a 5-point spread in all three of their wins thus far [2]. The NBA odds for the Thunder to close out the series and cover the spread are favourable, with the spread for Game 6 set at Thunder -5 [3].
However, the Pacers face a significant challenge in Game 6, as they are without their star guard Tyrese Haliburton. Haliburton suffered a torn Achilles tendon in Game 7 of the 2025 NBA Finals against the Thunder, ending his season and causing him to miss Game 6 and the entire 2025-2026 season [4].
Haliburton's absence is a major blow to the Pacers' lineup, as he was central to their run to the Finals. His loss significantly reduces the Pacers' offensive and defensive capabilities [2]. The Pacers are in a do-or-die situation in Game 6, as they must win to extend the series.
Haliburton played 34 minutes in Game 5 but scored only 4 points on 0-6 shooting [5]. The Thunder are a serious threat to close out the series in Game 6, which would give them their first championship since being rebranded from the Seattle Supersonics to the Thunder in 2008 [6].
The total for Game 6 is set at 225, providing an opportunity for both offence-minded and defensive-minded bettors [3]. The moneyline for Game 6 is Thunder -195 vs. Pacers +165, indicating that the Thunder are the favourites to win [3].
In summary, the Thunder have taken control of the series, with Haliburton's injury leaving the Pacers in a difficult position. The Thunder are heavily favoured to win Game 6 and close out the series in Indiana.
References: [1] ESPN [2] CBS Sports [3] Odds Shark [4] NBA.com [5] SI.com [6] Sports Illustrated
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