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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Makes OKC Thunder Playoff History During Game 4 Against Timberwolves

Originally posted on Athlon Sports
By Nathaniel Holloway | Last updated May 27, 2025 12:40 AM ET

Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals was a crucial one for both sides on Monday night as both teams had a ton at stake.

Of course, the Minnesota Timberwolves entered the contest looking to build off their 42-point victory in Game 3 and tie the series up before it shifts to Oklahoma City for Game 5 on Wednesday night.

On the other side, the Oklahoma City Thunder looked to bounce back after their blowout loss in Game 3 and grab a commanding 3-1 series lead with a victory, which was exactly what they were able to do.

It was a hard-fought game for both teams but the Thunder were able to pull out the 128-126 victory to take a 3-1 series lead.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the way once again for the Thunder on Monday night as he recorded 40 points, nine rebounds and 10 assists.

Jalen Williams added 34 points, three rebounds and five assists of his own while Chet Holmgren finished the game with 21 points, seven rebounds and three blocks.

For Shai, he once again was the headline in Game 4, like he has been for much of the season for Oklahoma City, and he also made franchise history in the victory.

On Monday night, Shai became just the third player in Thunder history to record a 40-point game in the Western Conference Finals joining Kevin Durant and Russell Westbrook.

The only players in Thunder history with a 40-point WCF game: pic.twitter.com/O0CW8GHCdO
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This is elite company for Shai to join as Durant and Westbrook are two of the best players in Thunder history but Shai is quickly rising the ranks, especially after his MVP season.

Of course, Shai receives most of the headlines for Monday’s victory but it was another true team effort for the Thunder as they continue to show their incredible depth.

Shai and the Thunder will now look to clinch the series on Wednesday night at home in Game 5 and secure their spot in the NBA Finals with a victory.

This article first appeared on Athlon Sports and was syndicated with permission.

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