OKC Thunder Wins Game 4, Ties NBA Finals at 2-2
INDIANAPOLIS – The Oklahoma City Thunder showcased incredible resilience on Friday night, defeating the Indiana Pacers, 111-104, in Game 4 of the NBA Finals, tying the series at two games apiece.
Star players Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (SGA) and Jalen Williams led the Thunder, combining for 62 points. SGA exploded for 15 of his game-high 35 points in the fourth quarter, powering an essential 12-1 run that flipped a seven-point deficit into a thrilling victory. This performance was particularly crucial; teams facing a 3-1 series deficit have historically struggled, winning just once in the last 38 instances.
“It was a must-win,” SGA stated post-game. “We knew we had to dig deep, and our team delivered when it mattered most.”
The Thunder’s victory marks a significant pattern in these playoffs; they remain unbeaten after losses, now positioning themselves for a best-of-three showdown as the series returns to Oklahoma City for Game 5.
Conversely, the Pacers experienced a late-game collapse despite leading in the first three quarters. Star forward Pascal Siakam was unable to score in the final period, finishing with 20 points. “We let it slip away,” Siakam lamented. Indiana scored just 17 points in the fourth quarter, while the Thunder tallied 31.
Other key performers included Jalen Williams, who contributed 27 points, and Alex Caruso, providing 20 points off the bench. Meanwhile, Indiana’s Tyrese Haliburton and Obi Toppin combined for 35 points but couldn’t provide the late-game push needed.
The series resumes in Oklahoma City on Monday as the teams battle for a pivotal advantage in this gripping Finals matchup.
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