With the 2025 NBA Finals finally set, the spotlight now turns to the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Indiana Pacers, especially when it comes to who is going to be an x-factor in the series. While both teams have had remarkable postseason runs, the Thunder enter this series as heavy favorites. According to FanDuel, Oklahoma City holds -750 odds to win the championship as of June 3rd, 2025. Despite the odds, no Finals matchup is ever guaranteed. For the Thunder to fulfill expectations, they’ll need strong contributions across the board. One player, in particular, could be a true x-factor: Lu Dort.
