NBA Finals Game 4 Recap: Thunder Overcome Late Deficit
The NBA Finals Game 4 delivered another dramatic chapter in what has become a thrilling back-and-forth series. On Friday, June 13, the Oklahoma City Thunder stormed back in the fourth quarter to defeat the Indiana Pacers 111-104 at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, knotting the series at 2-2.
Despite trailing for most of the night and facing a 10-point deficit late in the third quarter, Oklahoma City found its rhythm in the final minutes. NBA MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander hit a clutch baseline jumper with 2:23 remaining to give the Thunder a 104-103 lead—Oklahoma City’s first lead since the second quarter.
NBA Finals Game 4 Stats: Gilgeous-Alexander Leads Charge
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had an unusual but vital performance. He finished with 35 points, including 10-for-10 shooting from the free-throw line, but surprisingly did not record an assist. Still, his nine consecutive points late in the fourth quarter were pivotal in shifting momentum. 
The Thunder’s top contributors included:
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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: 35 points, 3 rebounds, 3 steals
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Jalen Williams: 27 points
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Alex Caruso: 20 points off the bench
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Chet Holmgren: 14 points and a key block late
Despite shooting just 17.6% from three-point range, the Thunder’s defense and clutch free throws allowed them to seal the win.
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NBA Finals Game 4 Turning Point: Pacers Stumble Late
The Pacers controlled the pace for much of NBA Finals Game 4, leading by seven entering the fourth quarter. Pascal Siakam was outstanding with 20 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists, and 5 steals. Tyrese Haliburton added 18 points and 7 assists, while Obi Toppin provided 17 key bench points.
However, Indiana failed to make a field goal in the final 3:20 of the game. Missed free throws—particularly three by Bennedict Mathurin in the final 23.8 seconds—proved costly.
The Thunder capitalized, ending the game on a 12-1 run and reclaiming home-court advantage heading into Game 5.
What’s Next?
Game 5 of the NBA Finals is set for Monday, June 16 in Oklahoma City at 8:30 p.m. ET (ABC). Historically, teams that win Game 5 of a tied Finals go on to win the series 74.2% of the time.
Can the Thunder ride this momentum at home? Or will the Pacers respond with a statement of their own?
Stay tuned for more NBA Finals coverage.
