The 2025 NBA Finals are down to a heart-pounding Game 7 between the Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers on Sunday June 22 at 8 p.m. ET. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s MVP brilliance clashes with Tyrese Haliburton’s clutch heroics in a winner-take-all battle at Paycom Center. Feel the thrill and follow these steps to watch live as fans go wild for this historic showdown.

When Is Game 7?

Game 7 tips off Sunday June 22 2025 at 8 p.m. ET (6 p.m. MT 5 p.m. PT) at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City. Pregame coverage starts at 7:30 p.m. ET on ABC with Malika Andrews Stephen A. Smith and Kendrick Perkins on NBA Countdown. ESPN Radio joins at 7:30 p.m. ET for audio fans. I got chills watching a Game 7 years ago with my buddies – the tension’s unreal.

How to Watch Game 7 Live: Step-by-Step

  • Tune to ABC on TV: ABC is the exclusive broadcaster. Check local listings for your channel—use an over-the-air antenna for free HD if you’re near a station. I’ve used antennas at tailgates and the signal’s crisp.
  • Stream on ABC.com or the ABC App: Visit ABC.com or download the ABC app on iOS Android Roku Fire TV or Smart TVs. Sign in with a TV provider like Xfinity or DirecTV. Some providers offer free trials—perfect for cord-cutters.
  • Hulu + Live TV: $82.99/month includes ABC Disney+ and ESPN+. A 3-day free trial lets you test it. Check Hulu’s site for local ABC availability.
  • FuboTV: The $84.99/month Pro plan has ABC. New users get a 7-day free trial. Fubo’s great for sports fans with 230+ channels.
  • DirecTV Stream: The $79.99/month Entertainment plan includes ABC. Use their channel lookup tool to confirm. Cancel anytime.
  • Sling TV Orange: At $46/month ($23 first month for new users) it carries ESPN3 which simulcasts ABC games. It’s the cheapest no-trial option.
  • Catch Radio Coverage: Listen live on ESPN Radio via the ESPN App or local stations. SiriusXM also streams for subscribers.
  • Watch Abroad with a VPN: Outside the U.S.? Use ExpressVPN to access U.S. streams like Fubo by masking your location. Connect to a U.S. server sign up with a U.S. payment method and stream. ExpressVPN’s 30-day money-back guarantee is a safe bet.
  • Join a Watch Party: Check local bars like Indy’s Kilroy’s or OKC’s Bricktown for Game 7 vibes.

NBA Finals Game 7 Viewing Tips

Test Your Setup Early: Log in before 7:30 p.m. ET to avoid buffering panic. I once missed a tip-off fumbling with logins—don’t be me.

Grab Snacks: Stock up for the long haul—Game 7s can hit overtime. Pizza and wings are my go-to.

Follow Live Stats: Use NBA.com’s Nightly Pulse for real-time scores and highlights if you’re multitasking.

Engage Online: Share your reactions on X using #NBAFinals. Fans are buzzing with SGA vs. Haliburton debates.

Why Game 7’s Unmissable

OKC’s 68-win season and top-ranked defense face Indy’s 4-0 home elimination-game record. SGA’s 33-point Finals average meets Siakam’s 20.6 points and McConnell’s bench spark. Only one team—the 2016 Cavs—has overcome a 3-1 Finals deficit making this a historic shot for Indy.

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