Pacers vs. Thunder Game 2: Shocking Predictions and Winning Bets You Can’t Afford to Miss!

Who would’ve thought the Indiana Pacers, the underdogs nobody really gave a shot, would snatch Game 1 right from the jaws of the Oklahoma City Thunder in that heart-pounding 111-110 showdown? Tyrese Haliburton’s last-millisecond jumper was nothing short of magic, flipping expectations on their head. Sure, the Thunder still hold the powerful odds-on favorite tag (-350 at BetMGM) this series, but after such a cliffhanger, Game 2 suddenly feels like a colossal battleground for OKC to reclaim their dominance. Oddsmakers have already responded — setting the Thunder as hefty 10.5-point home favorites, with the total points hovering at 228.5. Interestingly, the betting crowd has backed Indiana hard, placing nearly 70% of the bets on the Pacers at BetMGM. And hey, let’s not forget the gutsy bettor who dropped a staggering $1.05 million on OKC to seize the championship — talk about a high-stakes thrill ride. With all eyes on the next game and expert insights on the best bets flooding in, the tension is palpable, and every move will count. LEARN MORE

AdvertisementBest bets: Over 228.5, Pascal Siakam over 18.5 points, Lou Dort over 14.5 PRAYahoo Sports asked handicapper Michael Fiddle for his thoughts on some best bets for Game 2 of the finals:

Yahoo Sports asked handicapper Michael Fiddle for his thoughts on some best bets for Game 2 of the finals:

AdvertisementOddsmakers know this as well, which is why the Thunder are 10.5-point home favorites in Game 2 with a total of 228.5. The betting public is backing the Pacers so far at BetMGM, with 69% of the wagers on Indiana to cover.Advertisement