Oklahoma City Thunder Defeat Denver Nuggets to Even NBA Playoff Series 2-2

In a tightly contested Game 4 of the NBA Western Conference semifinals, the Oklahoma City Thunder overcame a slow start and an eight-point deficit in the fourth quarter to defeat the Denver Nuggets 92-87, leveling the series at 2-2. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder with 25 points, including nine crucial points in the fourth quarter, while key contributions from the bench, notably Cason Wallace and Aaron Wiggins with multiple three-pointers, helped spark an 11-0 run that turned the game in Oklahoma City's favor. Despite a strong performance from Denver’s Nikola Jokic, who scored 27 points and grabbed 13 rebounds, the Nuggets struggled offensively early on and missed critical free throws down the stretch. Thunder coach Mark Daigneault credited his team’s defensive adjustments and resilience, particularly after a difficult overtime loss in Game 3. Denver’s Jamal Murray and Christian Braun each added 17 points, but the Nuggets’ late-game miscues, including a crucial five-second inbounds violation, hindered their comeback efforts. The series now shifts back to Oklahoma City for Game 5, with the momentum balanced and both teams fighting for control.