Overview

• The Thunder beat the Pacers 120–109 in Game 5 to move ahead 3–2 in the NBA Finals.
• Jalen Williams poured in 40 points while Shai Gilgeous-Alexander chipped in 31 points and 10 assists to power Oklahoma City’s offense.
• Isaiah Hartenstein added eight rebounds, four assists, a steal and a block as part of a stifling defensive effort that sealed the victory.
• Indiana’s star guard Tyrese Haliburton was limited to four points by a leg issue and remains questionable for Game 6.
• Game 6 on Friday in Indianapolis offers Oklahoma City the chance to clinch its first NBA championship with one more win.