Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's stellar performance, with 35 points, including 15 in the fourth quarter, propelled the Oklahoma City Thunder to a crucial 111-104 victory over the Indiana Pacers, leveling the NBA Finals at 2-2. Despite a tough shooting night with only three 3-pointers and no assists from Gilgeous-Alexander, contributions from Jalen Williams (27 points), Alex Caruso (20), and Chet Holmgren (14 points, 15 rebounds) proved vital. Pascal Siakam led Indiana with 20 points, while Tyrese Haliburton and Obi Toppin added 18 and 17, respectively.

The game featured physical play, highlighted by Flagran calls against Toppin and Lu Dort, and was closely contested throughout, with multiple ties in the fourth quarter before Gilgeous-Alexander's step-back jumper gave the Thunder their first lead of the second half. The Thunder's resilience saved their championship aspirations, as teams leading 3-1 in Finals have historically thrived in the postseason.