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Oklahoma Back in Control – Clear Favorites to Win the Title!
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Oklahoma Back in Control – Clear Favorites to Win the Title!

Daniel Wallin
June 16, 2025
4 min read

Indiana had a huge opportunity to take control of the NBA Finals, but Oklahoma demonstrated their championship grit and evened the series at 2-2.

Indiana had a huge opportunity to take control of the NBA Finals, but Oklahoma demonstrated their championship grit and evened the series at 2-2. The Pacers, known for their clutch performances throughout the playoffs, seemed ready to strike once more, holding the lead deep into the fourth quarter. However, the Thunder had other plans.

Oklahoma's Championship Grit

Down by seven in the final period, Oklahoma mounted an impressive 12-1 run to close out the game, securing an exciting 111–104 victory. This wasn't just a comeback – it was a statement. The Thunder showed exactly why they were considered favorites coming into this series.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's Masterclass

Star guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the charge, pouring in 35 points - including 15 crucial points in the fourth quarter. He was simply outstanding when it counted the most. His ability to take over in crunch time has been the difference-maker in this series, and tonight was no exception.

Momentum Shifts to Oklahoma

This win firmly swings momentum toward Oklahoma. With two of the remaining possible three games at the Paycom Center, the Thunder are now firmly in the driver's seat and heavy favorites to claim the championship. The crowd support at home has been electric, and having that advantage for the majority of the remaining games is huge.

Indiana Needs Something Extraordinary

Indiana will need something extraordinary to mount a comeback. They've shown throughout these playoffs that they're capable of the unexpected, but facing elimination pressure against a team playing at home is a different challenge entirely. The Pacers will need their best performance of the series to stay alive.

Game 5: Everything on the Line

All eyes are on tonight's critical Game 5, where the winner will have match point heading into Game 6. If Oklahoma can win at home, they'll have two chances to close out the series. If Indiana can steal one on the road, they'll force the series back to Indianapolis with all the pressure on the Thunder.

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