So transfixed by not only the team, but also the city, Anderson’s magazine story was the precursor to “Boom Town” — Anderson’s book, published in 2018, that intertwines the rise of Oklahoma City with Thunder basketball. “Boom Town” is equal parts historical and hysterical in telling the story of Oklahoma City.

And now, Game 5. The swing game, as some call it. The winner on Monday night — Pacers vs. Thunder in Oklahoma City — will take a 3-2 lead in the NBA Finals, moving one win away from hoisting the Larry O'Brien Trophy.

Be ready for tonight's NBA Finals Game 5 between the Indiana Pacers and Oklahoma City Thunder: Expert predictions, injuries, start time, betting odds.

Game 5 of the NBA Finals is tonight, as the Oklahoma City Thunder look to win on their home court and take a 3-2 lead over the Indiana Pacers. So far, key players like Tyrese Haliburton and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander have played well in the series.

A piece of Detroit remains connected to the Indiana Pacers due to the legacy left by the late Hall of Famer Mel Daniels from Pershing High School.