Oklahoma City will be the center of the basketball universe this Sunday, as the 2025 NBA Finals return to Paycom Center for a winner-take-all Game 7. But while the Pacers and Thunder battle for their first-ever
NBA title, the spectacle won’t be limited to the hardwood. Over the past six games, the Finals have turned into a hotspot for celebrities, legends, and cross-sport royalty—and the buzz for Game 7 is already reaching Hollywood red carpet levels. Expect the biggest night in basketball to double as one of the most star-studded events of the year.
Celebrities, athletes, and legends who’ve shown up at the NBA Finals—and the star power expected at Game 7’s must-see showdown
This year’s Finals haven’t just delivered drama on the court—they’ve doubled as a star-studded affair, with celebrity sightings becoming part of the nightly routine. Among the names already spotted: rapper
Lil Yachty, actor and former NFL player
Terry Crews, and
Pat McAfee, who’s as comfortable on the WWE mic as he is behind a sports desk.
The roster continues with NBA personalities like
Kendrick Perkins, Pacers legend
Reggie Miller, and international Hall of Famer
Dirk Nowitzki, all showing up to witness the two franchises’ historic runs. WNBA phenom
Caitlin Clark made headlines with her courtside appearance, while ESPN’s
Stephen A. Smith has been ever-present, fueling debate with every possession.
Super Bowl MVP
Patrick Mahomes, Vikings receiver
Justin Jefferson, and Spanish racing sensation
Alex Palou added some multi-sport flair to the proceedings. Hall of Fame running back
Emmitt Smith was also seen soaking in the action.
And it’s not just about nostalgia. With this marking the first NBA Finals Game 7 since 2016—and only the 20th in league history—the event carries serious cultural weight. According to league records, the home team has won 15 of the previous 19 Game 7s, giving the Thunder a slight edge on paper.
Still, it’s anyone’s game. And with legends from both franchises expected to attend, plus even more celebrities likely to drop in unannounced, the energy in the arena promises to be electric.
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