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.

From group chats to high-level X's and O's breakdowns, the two superstars have pushed themselves -- and each other -- to the top of the basketball universe.

The Indiana Pacers won Game 3 on their home floor, beating the Oklahoma City Thunder behind strong outings from Tyrese Haliburton, Pascal Siakam and Bennedict Mathurin to take a 2-1 series lead.