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Pascal Siakam talks 'bad memories' of playing Thunder ahead of Pacers opener

Last season, the Oklahoma City Thunder sent the Pacers packing in an epic Game 7 of the 2025 NBA Finals to take home their first Larry O'Brien Trophy of the Sooner State era.

Now, they'll be visiting Gainbridge Fieldhouse for Indiana's season opener on Thursday night, a matchup that will be aired in primetime on ESPN.

While fans and pundits alike are excited to witness this must-watch championship rematch, Pacers star Pascal Siakam isn't quite sure what to think during these dwindling hours leading up to tip-off.

Pacers star admits rematch against Thunder brings up 'bad memories'

When asked by reporters how he anticipates he'll respond when facing off against the Thunder, the three-time All-Star admitted that while he thinks "it always feels good" to get a second shot at a team that bested you, he personally doesn't know how he'll feel once the game starts.