The Oklahoma City Thunder enters a pivotal Game 5 of the NBA finals with the series tied 2-2, and all eyes are on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. The Thunder star led a dramatic comeback in Game 4, scoring 15 points in the fourth quarter to help the team secure a 111-104 win. With the pressure rising, fans are eager to know whether he’ll have the same impact again tonight.
Gilgeous-Alexander is not only a great player but also historically dominant on the Court. With his consistency, he scored 72 points across the first two games, the most ever by a player to start an NBA Finals. With an average of 30 points per game in the series, he leads the Thunder on both ends of the court.
“For him to flip the switch like that and get the rhythm he got just speaks to how great of a player he is,” Thunder coach Mark Daigneault praised his ability to rise in big moments, indicating his availability is much needed for the team to secure its NBA title. However, the team officials say the MVP is healthy and ready to fight for Game 5. His name is not on the injury report, and there are no signs of any setbacks.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Prepares To Get Into Game 5
Gilgeous-Alexander played through tough defense and heavy minutes without showing any signs of fatigue in the recent knock. Now, he is most likely to maintain his rhythm in the upcoming showdown. “Lost in trying to figure out what I can do to help this basketball team win on any given possession,” he remarked, showcasing his dedication and determination towards his duty. With the series tied and the importance of Game 5 clear, the winner of a 2-2 finals Game 5 wins the title over 74% of the time.
However, the Indian pacers’ defense made things difficult for him early in Game 4, but he responded like a star and proved why he won this season’s Final MVP award. With help from Jalen Williams, Alex Caruso, and Chet Holmgren, Gilgeous-Alexander will look to anchor his team to another win on their home floor.
