The Indiana Pacers controlled their preseason matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder, securing a 116-101 victory on October 12, 2025. This comfortable home win for the Pacers was built on a foundation of efficient offense and disruptive defense that the young Thunder could not solve. Indiana shared the ball beautifully, recording a high number of assists and shooting a strong percentage from the field. Their defensive activity, particularly on the perimeter, forced Oklahoma City into difficult shots and disrupted their offensive flow. The Thunder kept the game relatively close in the first half, but the Pacers opened the third quarter with a 15-4 run to break the game open. Indiana's balanced scoring attack, with multiple players reaching double figures, overwhelmed the Thunder's defense. The match result demonstrated the Pacers' cohesive system and depth, which will be crucial for their regular-season aspirations. For Oklahoma City, it was a learning experience against a well-oiled offensive machine.