Some predictions say the Pacers will need some "Hoosiers" underdog magic to avoid an NBA Finals sweep against the league's top team, OKC Thunder.

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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.