The Thunder were considered the best team in the NBA, and they proved that every step of the way. They were the No. 3 team in the league in offensive efficiency and were the best in the league in defensive efficiency. Both of those things shone through in the finals, particularly the Thunder's suffocating defense.

For a young NBA city home to the second-youngest champion in NBA history, this all happened fast. So too has the city’s growth. Devon Tower, Oklahoma City Convention Center, the Omni Hotel … all were raised since the Thunder arrived.

The Oklahoma City Thunder are celebrating their 2025 NBA championship with a parade on Tuesday. It's the first NBA title for Oklahoma City as the Thunder beat the Indiana Pacers i