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Oklahoma City Thunder Clinch First NBA Title

History was made in Oklahoma City as the Thunder captured their first-ever NBA Championship since the franchise’s relocation from Seattle. In a thrilling Game 7 showdown, the Thunder defeated the Indiana Pacers 103–91, closing out a fiercely contested Finals series.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander delivered a masterclass performance, securing both the Finals MVP and the regular season MVP awards, cementing his place as one of the league’s brightest superstars. His leadership and poise guided the Thunder through a turbulent postseason run and a nail-biting finale.

The championship was a full-team effort. Chet Holmgren came up big on defense, making crucial blocks down the stretch, while Jalen Williams’ relentless hustle and key plays energized the Thunder throughout the game. Their contributions, alongside the composure of the young core, proved decisive against an equally determined Pacers side.

This victory not only brings the Larry O’Brien trophy to Oklahoma City for the first time but also marks a new era for the franchise, which has evolved dramatically since its Seattle SuperSonics days. The Thunder’s journey from a rebuilding team to NBA champions has now been etched into the league’s history books.