The Oklahoma City Thunder achieved a significant victory against the Minnesota Timberwolves, with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander shining by scoring 40 points, grabbing 10 rebounds, and dishing out 9 assists. This win came after the Thunder faced a heavy defeat, showcasing their resilience and determination in the Western Conference finals. Alongside Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren contributed significantly, helping the team maintain their lead late in the game against persistent opposition from the Timberwolves. With the series now at 3-1, the Thunder are positioned well as they prepare for Game 5.
Jalen Williams scored 34 points on 13-for-24 shooting, including 6 of 9 from 3-point range, and Chet Holmgren added 21 points, seven rebounds and three blocks in a statement game in his hometown.
Gilgeous-Alexander went 12 for 14 from the free-throw line, making a pair with 6.1 seconds left to stretch the lead back to three.
The Thunder fouled Anthony Edwards with 3.5 seconds to go, and his intentional miss of the second one to try to keep possession was tracked down in the corner by Gilgeous-Alexander.
The Wolves had one more inbounds pass with 0.3 seconds remaining that Williams grabbed to send the Thunder back to Oklahoma City for Game 5.
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