WWE Raw: Michael Cole Calls Show Wearing Indiana Pacers Jersey After Losing Bet To Pat McAfee; Video

WWE commentator Michael Cole brought some NBA flavour to , honouring a lighthearted bet with fellow announcer Pat McAfee by wearing an Indiana Pacers jersey on air.

The friendly wager happened during the 2025 NBA Eastern Conference Finals between McAfee’s beloved Pacers and Cole’s team, the New York Knicks. The two broadcasters agreed that if the Knicks won, McAfee would call Raw in a full formal suit something he wasn’t too thrilled about. If the Pacers took the series, however, Cole would call the show wearing a tank top.

Let's make a bet @MichaelCole

If the Pacers win you've gotta announce an entire Raw in a tank top..

If the Knicks win I'll announce an entire Raw in a full suit #WWERaw pic.twitter.com/vcKWDdiOHk

— Pat McAfee (@PatMcAfeeShow) May 20, 2025

With the Pacers defeating the Knicks in six games, Cole lived up to his end of the deal, appearing on Raw in a snug Pacers jersey. The moment gave fans a good laugh and showcased the playful rivalry between the two commentators.

Thanks to @PatMcAfeeShow, @MichaelCole has to wear the @Pacers jersey tonight on #WWERaw! 🫢 pic.twitter.com/B8opKDZZr9

— WWE (@WWE) June 3, 2025

As the Pacers now prepare to face the Oklahoma City Thunder in the NBA Finals, it remains to be seen if any new bets will emerge. Monday's episode is the last one before Money in the Bank, one of WWE's most pivotal premium live events (PLEs).

WWE Money in the Bank Card (Announced)

WWE Champion John Cena & Logan Paul vs. World Heavyweight Champion Jey Uso & Cody Rhodes

2025 Men's Money in the Bank Ladder Match: Seth Rollins vs. Solo Sikoa vs. LA Knight vs. Penta vs. Andrade vs. TBD

2025 Women's Money in the Bank Ladder Match: Alexa Bliss vs. Roxanne Perez vs. Rhea Ripley vs. Giulia vs. Naomi vs. Stephanie Vaquer

Lyra Valkyria (c) vs. Becky Lynch for the Women's Intercontinental Championship