Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Sets NBA Finals Scoring Record as Thunder Tie Series 2-2

In Game 4 of the 2025 NBA Finals, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander delivered a historic performance to lead the Oklahoma City Thunder to a crucial 111-104 comeback victory over the Indiana Pacers, evening the series at 2-2. He scored 35 points, notably putting up 15 points in the final five minutes, the most in a Finals game since 1971, while not recording a single assist, a feat not seen since Jerry West in 1962 and Joe Fulks in 1947. Despite a slow start and only 10 team assists, Gilgeous-Alexander's clutch shooting and defensive contributions helped shift momentum in the Thunder's favor. His postseason scoring surpassed 600 points, joining only Steph Curry and Luka Doncic as point guards to reach this milestone. Supporting players like Jalen Williams and Alex Caruso also contributed significantly as the Thunder look to build on this win in Game 5 at home. The Thunder's resilience and Gilgeous-Alexander's unique stat line underscore their potential as serious championship contenders.