Jalen Williams delivered a stunning performance, scoring a career-high 40 points for the Oklahoma City Thunder in their 120-109 triumph over the Indiana Pacers. This victory gives the Thunder a commanding 3-2 lead in the NBA Finals.
Despite the Pacers making a bold attempt to come back from an 18-point deficit—narrowing it to just two points in the fourth quarter—Williams and teammate Shai Gilgeous-Alexander stepped up decisively to secure the win. Gilgeous-Alexander, the NBA Most Valuable Player, added 31 points and 10 assists, showcasing his exceptional skills.
Reflecting on his performance, Williams stated, “My teammates instill a lot of confidence in me to go out and be myself. And [coach] Mark [Daigneault] has done a great job encouraging me to embrace that.” With this crucial victory, the Thunder are now just one win away from claiming the NBA championship in this best-of-seven series.
