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27-06-2025
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Thunder-Pacers Game 7 hit viewership mark not seen in 6 years
The post Thunder-Pacers Game 7 hit viewership mark not seen in 6 years appeared first on ClutchPoints. The Oklahoma City Thunder are champions for the first time, and this really does not come as a surprise. For the second consecutive season, the team that was long favored to win the NBA Finals got it done. The Boston Celtics did it last year, and the Thunder did it this season. With the way OKC played all season, it was very hard to imagine them not standing at the top when it was all said and done. The Indiana Pacers brought a massive amount of electricity with them the entire postseason and deserved to be in the position they were in. The Pacers did not get it done, but the grit and pace they showcased from April until now will be remembered forever. Anything can happen at any time, and if Pacers' star Tyrese Haliburton didn't tear his Achilles, then we could be discussing the Pacers' victory and rise to glory. Advertisement People didn't expect this series to be as hyped up, but it certainly delivered. The Game 7 viewership was the most-watched NBA Finals game in the last six years. According to Tomer Azarly of ClutchPoints, the game reached 19.3 million viewers at 9:45 PM EST. 'The seven-game series has accounted for the 7 most-watched primetime television programs over the past 2 months.' Additionally, the NBA generated a record five billion views and counting across all social media platforms during the NBA Finals, up 215 percent versus last year (per Videocites). Game 7 of Thunder-Pacers was the most-watched Finals game internationally ever on NBA League Pass and up 42 percent versus last year's Game 5 that saw the Boston Celtics win the NBA Championship over the Dallas Mavericks. Advertisement The Thunder deserve to be champions after forming a dominant team led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. His rise to fame has been something to watch since being traded for Paul George six years ago. He is now an MVP, a Champion, and Finals MVP winner. Doing that in one season will put SGA in conversations with some of the best players of all time. The Thunder will need to quickly move forward as the 2025 NBA Draft is on Wednesday. They own two picks and could very well trade one during draft night. Related: Thunder's Chet Holmgren grabs attention with IG post after NBA Finals Related: Fred VanVleet's heartfelt message to Jalen Green, Dillon Brooks after Rockets' KD trade
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27-06-2025
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Pacers' Tyrese Haliburton gets encouragement from girlfriend after Achilles tear
The post Pacers' Tyrese Haliburton gets encouragement from girlfriend after Achilles tear appeared first on ClutchPoints. Indiana Pacers star Tyrese Haliburton has an incredible support system as he begins the first stage of his recovery from a torn Achilles. His girlfriend Jade Jones is no exception. Advertisement Haliburton tore his right Achilles tendon midway through the first quarter of Game 7 of the 2025 NBA Finals between the Pacers and Oklahoma City Thunder on Sunday night. The injury ruled him out for the remainder of the game and will likely keep him out for the 2025-26 season. Haliburton will undergo surgery to repair the tendon with the same doctor who operated on Boston Celtics star Jayson Tatum. In the meantime, the Pacers star's girlfriend provided him encouragement with her words on a story post via Instagram. 'Every step of the way 💛🙏🙌 A run we will remember for a lifetime. You are so amazing!' she said. What lies ahead for Tyrese Haliburton, Pacers Alonzo Adams-Imagn Images Tyrese Haliburton had a brutal ending to his postseason with the Achilles injury. Despite that, it doesn't change the fact that he earned his place as one of the best guards in the NBA for the Pacers. Advertisement Haliburton averaged 18.6 points, 9.2 assists and 3.5 rebounds per game after 73 regular-season appearances. He shot 47.3% from the field, including 38.8% from beyond the arc, and 85.1% from the free-throw line. Haliburton maintained this form in the playoffs. He produced 17.3 points, 8.6 assists, 5.3 rebounds, and 1.3 steals per contest. He boasted shooting splits of 46.3% overall, including 34% from downtown, and 82.8% from the charity stripe. Unfortunately for Haliburton, he will have to watch the Pacers from the sidelines for an entire year. That doesn't mean he will be content with that as he will exert all his effort to succeed in his rehab and play like he never left. The Pacers will forever be grateful for Haliburton's heroics in the 2025 postseason, game-winners and everything. It would only be right for them to do their due diligence in maintaining their playoff status moving forward. Advertisement Related: Tyrese Haliburton's heartfelt message to Pacers fans after Achilles surgery Related: Thunder-Pacers Game 7 hit viewership mark not seen in 6 years
