The Oklahoma City Thunder staged a dramatic 111-104 comeback victory over the Indiana Pacers in Game 4 of the NBA Finals on June 13, 2025, at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, tying the series at 2-2. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the league MVP, erupted for 15 points in the final 4:38, erasing a 10-point deficit and securing home-court advantage for Game 5 in Oklahoma City on Monday.
Clutch Moments and Fourth-Quarter Surge
The Thunder overcame a chippy game, marked by Flagrant 1 fouls on Obi Toppin and Lu Dort, with a decisive 16-7 run to close out the match, all but one point scored by Gilgeous-Alexander. Despite a season-low three three-pointers and no assists from their star, OKC tied the score multiple times (91, 95, 97) before his step-back jumper with 2:23 left gave them the lead they held.
Standout Performances
Gilgeous-Alexander finished with 35 points, supported by Jalen Williams’ 27 and Alex Caruso’s 20, while Chet Holmgren added 14 points and 15 rebounds. For the Pacers, Pascal Siakam scored 20, Tyrese Haliburton had 18, and Toppin contributed 17, but their early 20-point burst in the first five minutes wasn’t enough to withstand OKC’s late rally.
Series Shift and Outlook
The Thunder’s win preserved their title hopes, as teams leading 3-1 in the Finals have won 37 of 38 times historically. Indiana, stunned by the loss, must regroup, while OKC’s resilience sets up a best-of-three finale. The series now hinges on Game 5, with the Thunder aiming to capitalize on their reclaimed home advantage.
Posted on: 14 June 2025, 09:06 CET
