Alex Caruso was showing off on Friday night and was a major part of the Oklahoma City Thunder‘s win over the Indiana Pacers in Game 4 of the NBA Finals.
Coming off the bench, Caruso posted 20 points, five steals, and a block.
Following the game, Caruso spoke with the press, via NBA on X, about his desire to earn a victory.
“I want to win,” Caruso said. “I don’t care if it’s pick-up in September before training camp. I don’t care if it’s game 45, 50 before All-Star break, if it’s Game 4 of the Finals and you’re down 2-1, I want to win. That’s what I’m focused on.”
“I want to win.”@ACFresh21 (20 points & 5 steals) with a simple message after the Game 4 win! pic.twitter.com/lvmhDbFuIq
— NBA (@NBA) June 14, 2025
Caruso is concluding a great first season with the Thunder, averaging 7.1 points, 2.9 rebounds, and 2.5 assists on 44.6 percent from the field.
Those numbers do not tell the whole tale, however, because Caruso had a bigger impact than that statline.
He is now an NBA veteran, someone who others look up to and count on.
His experience and knowledge have significantly impacted the Thunder, and he is regarded as a voice of reason and guidance for the young team.
Many people believe that if the Thunder win the championship this year, Caruso’s influence will be a huge reason why.
Caruso has had a strong competitive edge ever since entering the league as a rookie with the Los Angeles Lakers.
That hasn’t softened one bit.
In fact, it has seemingly gotten stronger.
Now the Thunder are benefiting from Caruso’s skills and drive, and they are getting closer to winning the title.
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