The 2025 NBA Playoffs have featured historic performances, dramatic comebacks, clutch buzzer-beaters, and milestone moments from players across the league.
It seems as if it hasn't stopped as we continue through the conference finals.
Game 4 between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Minnesota Timberwolves took place on Monday night, and the game was must-watch basketball.
Although the Timberwolves tried to stay within reach of tying the series, the Thunder were able to go into Minneapolis and win the matchup with a final score of 128-126.
Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) drives against Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels (3) in the fourth quarter during game two of the western conference finals for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Paycom Center.
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The Thunder had an electric performance from their big three, as Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Chet Holmgren, and Jalen Williams combined for 95 points.
Minnesota had a couple of bench players step up when needed, with Donte DiVincenzo (21 points) and Nickeil Alexander-Walker (23 points) contributing with some much needed scoring help.
Anthony Edwards and Julius Randle struggled to get anything going, as Edwards finished with 16 points and Randle finished with just five.
Their struggling scoring output was a huge factor in Minnesota not being able to finish the game with a win.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander passes Michael Jordan for the most 30-point games by an MVP
With all of this being said, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led all players. yet again, finishing with 40 points.
The 2025 NBA MVP went on a tear in Game 4, and with his scoring output, he's had the most 30-point games (59) by an MVP, regular season and playoffs combined, since Michael Jordan.
Not only did Gilgeous-Alexander take the next step by finishing with 40 points, but the milestone was capped off by a Thunder win.
An achievement like this is impressive as surpassing Jordan in any stat will turn a lot of heads.
The NBA MVP will look to extend the accolade as Game 5 will take place on Wednesday. May 28 as the two teams will travel back to Oklahoma City.