The Oklahoma City Thunder made a dramatic comeback in Game 4 of the NBA Finals, defeating the Indiana Pacers 111-104 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse to even the series at two games apiece. The Thunder’s victory was powered by the standout performance of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who delivered 35 points, including a decisive 15-point outburst in the fourth quarter. The NBA MVP’s nine consecutive points in the final minutes of the game were crucial to securing the win. The Thunder started the game struggling, allowing the Pacers to take an early lead, scoring 20 points in the first 4:59 of the game. This was the second time all season the Thunder had allowed such a rapid scoring surge. The Pacers, led by Pascal Siakam (20 points) and Tyrese Haliburton (18 points), held a significant lead early in the game, with Indiana taking a 60-57 lead at halftime after a 15-6 run in the second quarter. The game became more intense when Toppin was called for a Flagrant 1 on Caruso midway through the second quarter, followed by a Flagrant 1 from Lu Dort just before the break. Despite these moments of tension, the Pacers managed to extend their lead, with Toppin’s baseline dunk late in the third quarter giving Indiana an 86-76 lead. However, the Thunder rallied with a 13-3 run in the fourth quarter to tie the game at 89, marking the first time in the series they were able to level the score. The game remained back-and-forth, with both teams trading leads throughout the fourth quarter. The Thunder finally took the lead with 2:23 remaining in the game after Gilbert’s step-back three-pointer, giving the Thunder a 104-103 advantage. Jalen Williams added 27 points, Alex Caruso contributed 20, and Chet Holmgren finished with 14 points and 15 rebounds for the Thunder. Despite the season-low three 3-pointers and no assists from Gilgeous-Alexander, the Thunder’s determination and teamwork led to the victory. The Pacers, meanwhile, had a strong offensive night, but their inability to maintain the lead was the difference. Game 5 of the NBA Finals is set for Monday night at the Thunder’s home court in Oklahoma City, where the Thunder will have the advantage of playing at home. This game will be closely watched for its implications on the series and the potential for a dramatic conclusion to the 2023 NBA Finals.