INDIANAPOLIS, June 14, 2025 – Down by ten points late in the third quarter, the Oklahoma City Thunder pulled off a stunning comeback at Gainbridge Fieldhouse, defeating the Indiana Pacers 111–104. With a heroic fourth quarter, Mark Daigneault’s men tied the NBA Finals series at 2–2.
🔥 Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, a True MVP in Action
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander delivered another playoff masterpiece, scoring 35 points, including 15 in the final five minutes, as he led his team to a crucial win.
🧠A United Thunder Effort
Jalen Williams (27 pts), Chet Holmgren (14 pts, 15 rebounds), and Alex Caruso (20 pts, 5 steals) all made major contributions. OKC’s bench proved decisive at key moments.
đź’Ą Pacers Collapse in the Clutch
Pascal Siakam (20 pts, 8 rebounds, 5 steals) and Tyrese Haliburton (18 pts) showed promise, but Indiana faded late. The Pacers went ice cold from beyond the arc, going 0/8 from three in Q4.
⚔️ A Series of Rising Intensity
Two flagrant fouls (Dort and Toppin) highlighted the physical war taking place. Every possession is now a battle, every decision counts double.
🎯 Game 5 Looms Large
The series heads back to Oklahoma City on Monday night. With home court regained, the Thunder will look to seize control. But Indiana is far from done.
📌 Editor’s Note
What we are witnessing this June is more than just a Finals series—it’s a battle for legacy. Neither Indiana nor Oklahoma City has won a title under their current franchise names. That hunger—raw and authentic—gives these NBA Finals 2025 unmatched intensity. Game 5 is set to be fireworks.
Author: Victor Sakou
Sports & Culture Journalist – www.globalsportandculture.com
