Thunder Take 3-1 Lead Over Timberwolves in Western Conference Finals

The Oklahoma City Thunder rebounded from a 42-point loss in Game 3 to take a 3-1 lead over the Minnesota Timberwolves in the Western Conference Finals with a 128-126 victory in Game 4. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander delivered a near triple-double performance with 40 points, 10 rebounds, and nine assists, complemented by Jalen Williams' 34 points and Chet Holmgren's 21 points, seven rebounds, and three blocks. Williams' crucial three-pointer late in the game helped seal the win, while Gilgeous-Alexander's free throws and defensive plays in the final seconds prevented the Timberwolves from tying the game. Despite strong bench contributions from Minnesota, including 23 points by Nickeil Alexander-Walker and 21 by Donte DiVincenzo, the Thunder maintained control for most of the game. Anthony Edwards, limited to 16 points, acknowledged the Timberwolves were outplayed and outrebounded in a game marked by the Thunder's aggressive and composed response. Oklahoma City now returns home for a potential series-clinching Game 5.