In a nail-biting showdown, the Oklahoma City Thunder clawed back to tie their playoff series against the Denver Nuggets 2-2, thanks in part to Russell Westbrook’s fierce defensive effort against superstar Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (SGA). The first quarter of Game 4 was a defensive battle that witnessed both teams scraping together a meager 25 points, tying the record for the fewest in postseason history. The Thunder, however, emerged as the dominant force, holding the Nuggets to a mere eight points while scoring 17 themselves.

Westbrook, despite struggling offensively with only six points on a dismal 2-for-12 shooting performance, showcased his tenacity on defense, smothering SGA like “bronchitis.” SGA managed to shine nonetheless, contributing 25 points, six rebounds, and six assists, but the Thunder’s grit and tenacity proved decisive.

As the series shifts back to Oklahoma City, SGA emphasized that the series is now a fresh start: “It’s a 0-0 series now,” he declared, underscoring the importance of home-court advantage in the final three games. The Thunder’s defense will need to remain relentless if they hope to capitalize on this momentum.

With the stakes now higher than ever, fans are left on the edge of their seats, eagerly anticipating which team will seize control in this best-of-three showdown. As the Thunder step onto their home court, the pressure is palpable. Can they harness the energy of their fans and push past the Nuggets, or will Denver reclaim the series momentum? Only time will tell in this thrilling playoff battle.