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Thunder Hold Off Timberwolves 128-126 to Claim 3-1 Western Conference Lead

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 40 points in the 128-126 win that put the Thunder ahead 3-1 in the Western Conference Finals.

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) shoots against Minnesota Timberwolves guard Nickeil Alexander-Walker during the second half of Game 4 of the Western Conference finals of the NBA basketball playoffs Monday, May 26, 2025, in Minneapolis. (AP Photo/Matt Krohn)
Minnesota Timberwolves guard Nickeil Alexander-Walker (9) reacts against the Oklahoma City Thunder during Game 4 at Target Center.
Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) shoots the ball over Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert (27) during the first half in Game 3 of the Western Conference finals at Target Center.
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Overview

  • Shai Gilgeous-Alexander recorded 40 points, 10 rebounds and nine assists to spearhead Oklahoma City’s response after a 42-point loss in Game 3.
  • Oklahoma City’s defense contained Anthony Edwards to 16 points on 13 shot attempts, disrupting the Timberwolves’ primary offensive threat.
  • Minnesota’s bench stars Nickeil Alexander-Walker (23 points) and Donte DiVincenzo (21 points) delivered timely three-pointers to keep the game within two points.
  • The Thunder turned Minnesota’s 21 turnovers and secured 19 offensive rebounds to fuel extra scoring chances.
  • The series shifts to Oklahoma City for Game 5 on Wednesday with the Thunder one win away from reaching the NBA Finals.