The Oklahoma City Thunder have demonstrated resilience this season, particularly in their recent matchup against the Indiana Pacers, where they overcame a challenging start to secure a 120-114 victory. Despite a dismal shooting performance early on, with the Thunder going just 3-for-17 in the first quarter and trailing 29-19 at halftime, they managed to rally back. Star guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander struggled initially, shooting 2-for-8 in the first period but rebounded spectacularly, finishing the game with a total of 45 points. His scoring in the first half was crucial, contributing 22 points.

Three-point shooting has been a consistent struggle for the Thunder, as they only managed to hit 13 out of 37 attempts from beyond the arc, slightly above their season average of 34.9%. However, a surge at the start of the second quarter, fueled by guards Jalen Williams and Lu Dort, helped narrow the deficit. The Pacers, on the other hand, showcased a balanced offensive attack with multiple players scoring in double digits, including Pascal Siakam, Andrew Nembhard, and Benedict Mathurin. The game continued to be a back-and-forth affair, with both teams exchanging leads in the second half. Ultimately, the Thunder's late-game execution, highlighted by clutch shooting from Gilgeous-Alexander and effective free throw shooting, allowed them to pull ahead and secure the win.