The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Indiana Pacers 120-109 in Game 5 of the NBA Finals, placing them one win shy of their first championship title. Jalen Williams led the Thunder with a career-high 40 points, while Shai Gilgeous-Alexander contributed 31 points and 10 assists. The Pacers struggled, with Pascal Siakam scoring 28 points and Tyrese Haliburton limited to just four points due to injury; despite a late push, Indiana couldn’t overcome the Thunder’s lead. Game 6 is scheduled for June 19 in Indiana.

