**FINAL: Thunder 128, Timberwolves 126**
In an absolute thriller that went down to the final possession, the Oklahoma City Thunder outlasted the Minnesota Timberwolves to seize control of the Western Conference finals with a **3-1 series lead**.
### **Game Highlights**
🔥 **SGA's Masterclass**: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander delivered **34 points, 8 rebounds, and 5 assists**, including the game-sealing free throws
🎯 **Clutch Shooting**: OKC shot **52% from three** (14/27) with huge makes from Isaiah Joe and Jalen Williams late
🛑 **Defensive Stand**: The Thunder forced a critical turnover on Minnesota's final possession to seal it
### **Turning Point**
With 12 seconds left and OKC up 1, SGA drew a foul on Rudy Gobert and calmly sank both free throws. Minnesota's last-second three-point attempt rimmed out at the buzzer.
### **Series Implications**
✅ Thunder can advance to NBA Finals with Game 5 win at home
❌ Timberwolves face elimination despite Anthony Edwards' 29-point effort
⚠️ Minnesota's defense - best in regular season - has allowed 120+ points in 3 straight games
### **Postgame Reactions**
*"We knew this would be a dogfight. Our guys showed championship poise."* - Thunder coach Mark Daigneault
*"We're not done yet. This series isn't over."* - Anthony Edwards
**Next Game:**
Game 5 - Wednesday, May 29 | 8:30 PM ET | Paycom Center (TNT)
Will OKC close it out at home? Or will Minnesota force Game 6? The basketball world will be watching.
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