NBA Finals history: Game 7 matchups and stats since 1951

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One of the most exciting events in sports is a Game 7 in a championship series, which is a rare occasion. The Indiana Pacers and Oklahoma City Thunder are heading to a Game 7 in the 2025 NBA Finals. The milestone marks the 20th Game 7 in league history, the first addition to the category since 2016.

Ahead of the finale, here's a look at Game 7s in NBA Finals throughout the years.

2016: Cleveland Cavaliers defeat Golden State Warriors (MVP: LeBron James)

Cavaliers won 93-89 over the Warriors. James finished Game 7 with 27 points, 11 rebounds, 11 assists and 3 blocks. The Cavaliers became the first team to win a finals series down three games to one. Draymond Green (Warriors)…