None of the USA TODAY Sports experts chose the Pacers to win the series. No one from The Oklahoman went against the Thunder, and only one staff member from the IndyStar has the Pacers winning the NBA title. Just three of the 32 experts polled by ESPN picked the Pacers over the Thunder.

Pascal Siakam of the Indiana Pacers responded to critics, stating the team is used to being the underdog as they head into the NBA Finals against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Despite most fans favoring the Thunder,