In a classic playoff thriller, the Oklahoma City Thunder outlasted the Minnesota Timberwolves 128-126 in Game 4 on May 27th, 2025, to take a commanding 3-1 series lead. The back-and-forth battle was decided in the final seconds, with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander hitting a clutch shot to secure the critical road victory for the Thunder. Both teams traded leads throughout the fourth quarter in a display of high-level shot-making, with Minnesota's Anthony Edwards answering every Oklahoma City run. However, the Thunder's execution in the final minute, including a key defensive stop, proved decisive. This match result put the Thunder on the brink of advancing to the next round, while the Timberwolves faced elimination despite a heroic effort. The winning coach praised his team's resilience in a hostile environment, while Minnesota's coach lamented a couple of costly turnovers in the final possessions.