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SGA's 4th-quarter flurry saves OKC, evens Finals
Led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's 15-point fourth quarter, the Thunder rallied from a 10-point second-half deficit to win 111-104 and tie the NBA Finals at 2-2.
After Game 4 low, Pacers look to 'dig in' at 2-2
The Pacers are looking to put the disappointment of Game 4 behind them as they enter a hostile environment in Oklahoma City with the NBA Finals tied at 2. Said Tyrese Haliburton: "I wouldn't want to go to war with any other group."
Sources: Knicks set for talks with Brown, Jenkins
The Knicks are set to begin the first stage of formal interviews for their head coaching job next week, with plans to meet with Mike Brown and Taylor Jenkins, sources told ESPN.
Source: Nuggets' Westbrook to decline option
Nuggets guard Russell Westbrook is declining his $3.4 million player option for next season and will become a free agent later this month, a source told ESPN's Shams Charania.
Sources: Lakers' Finney-Smith has ankle surgery
Los Angeles Lakers forward Dorian Finney-Smith had surgery on his left ankle and is expected to be able to participate in training camp ahead of the 2025-26 NBA season, sources told ESPN.
Sources: Suns, Durant rep consider trade options
The Suns and Kevin Durant's business partner, Boardroom CEO Rich Kleiman, are sifting through trade scenarios as the sides are expected to work together on potential destinations for the 15-time All-Star, sources told ESPN.
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