Jalen Williams exploded for a playoff career-high 40 points, leading the Oklahoma City Thunder to a decisive 120-109 Game 5 victory over the Indiana Pacers in the NBA Finals. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander added 31 points and 10 assists. The Thunder now hold a 3-2 series lead and are heavy favorites to win the championship. Indiana's Pascal Siakam led the Pacers with 28 points, but Tyrese Haliburton struggled with a calf injury. Williams' exceptional performance cemented his place in NBA history.

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