Jalen Williams 40 Points: Thunder Win Game 5 vs Pacers
- OKLAHOMA CITY -- The Oklahoma City Thunder are one win away from an NBA championship after defeating the Indiana Pacers 120-109 in Game 5 of the NBA Finals...
- Jalen Williams led the Thunder with a playoff career-high 40 points, while Shai Gilgeous-Alexander contributed 31 points and 10 assists.
- The Indiana Pacers, known for their resilience, mounted a comeback in the fourth quarter, cutting an 18-point deficit to just two.
Jalen Williams exploded for 40 points, propelling the Oklahoma City Thunder to a crucial Game 5 victory over the Indiana Pacers. This dominant performance, coupled with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s 31 points, puts the Thunder on the brink of an NBA championship, leading the series 3-2. The Pacers fought valiantly, with Pascal Siakam scoring 28 points, but the Thunder’s offensive firepower proved too much. The game was a testament to the Thunder’s resilience,weathering a Pacers’ comeback attempt in the fourth quarter. Featuring key plays and player stats, we analyze how the thunder’s dynamic duo took control of the NBA Finals. News Directory 3 brings you the definitive recap of this thrilling matchup. discover what’s next for the Thunder as they chase the title.
Oklahoma City Thunder Seize 3-2 Lead in NBA Finals
Updated June 17, 2025
OKLAHOMA CITY – The Oklahoma City Thunder are one win away from an NBA championship after defeating the Indiana Pacers 120-109 in Game 5 of the NBA Finals on Monday. The Thunder now lead the series 3-2.
Jalen Williams led the Thunder with a playoff career-high 40 points, while Shai Gilgeous-Alexander contributed 31 points and 10 assists. The dynamic duo proved too much for the Pacers to handle, especially down the stretch.
The Thunder’s victory wasn’t without its challenges. The Indiana Pacers, known for their resilience, mounted a comeback in the fourth quarter, cutting an 18-point deficit to just two. However, Oklahoma City weathered the storm and pulled away for the win.
Pascal Siakam paced the Pacers with 28 points, and T.J.mcconnell added 18. tyrese Haliburton, however, was limited due to a leg injury.
Oklahoma city’s dynamic duo of Gilgeous-Alexander and Williams combined for 103 points via scoring or assists, marking the most by a pair in an NBA Finals game in the last 50 years, according to ESPN Research