Thunder’s Gilgeous-Alexander Powers Late Surge, Ties NBA Finals at 2-2

Indianapolis, IN – Shai Gilgeous-Alexander delivered a masterclass in clutch basketball, scoring 15 of his 35 points in the fourth quarter as the Oklahoma City Thunder overcame a 10-point second-half deficit to defeat the Indiana Pacers 111-104 in Game 4 of the NBA Finals on Friday night, evening the series at two games apiece.

The Thunder, facing the prospect of a daunting 3-1 series hole, leaned on their MVP when it mattered most. Gilgeous-Alexander erupted in the final 4:38, scoring nearly all of Oklahoma City’s points during a decisive 16-7 closing run. His relentless drives and mid-range accuracy erased Indiana’s lead and gave the Thunder their first advantage of the second half with just over two minutes remaining.

Jalen Williams added 27 points, Alex Caruso contributed 20, and rookie center Chet Holmgren posted a double-double with 14 points and 15 rebounds for Oklahoma City. The Thunder secured the win despite hitting only three three-pointers—their lowest mark this season—and Gilgeous-Alexander not recording an assist for the first time all year.

For the Pacers, Pascal Siakam led the way with 20 points, while Tyrese Haliburton finished with 18 points and seven assists but committed five turnovers. Indiana’s offense faltered late, managing just five points in the final four minutes and missing all eight of their three-point attempts in the fourth quarter.

The contest was marked by physical play, with both teams exchanging flagrant fouls in the first half. Indiana had started strong, building a nine-point lead early and taking a 60-57 advantage into halftime, but could not withstand the Thunder’s late defensive pressure and Gilgeous-Alexander’s heroics.

With the series now tied 2-2, the Finals shift back to Oklahoma City for a pivotal Game 5 on Monday night, where the Thunder will look to capitalize on home-court advantage and move one step closer to their first championship since relocating to Oklahoma.