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The Indiana Pacers are hosting the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 4 of the 2025 NBA Finals on Friday night with the chance to take a commanding 3-1 series lead against heavily favored OKC. The Pacers lead the series 2-1 and are just two wins away from the first NBA title in franchise history.

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