He's Not Batman. He's Alex Caruso. And He's Leading Thunder in His Own Way in NBA Finals
- Alex Caruso led the Oklahoma City Thunder to a crucial Game 4 win in the NBA Finals on June 16, 2025, defeating the Indiana Pacers to even the series.
- Caruso, who went undrafted in 2016 and is known for his tenacity, has emerged as a veteran leader and vital playoff performer for the Thunder as their most senior team member.
- In Game 4, Caruso scored 20 points and recorded five steals off the bench, marking the first such performance in NBA Finals history during a title series.
- Caruso said, “For the superhero reference, we'll just do Robin” to describe his role, emphasizing his competitiveness as the main factor driving his career longevity.
- The Thunder used moments like the foul on Caruso and ensuing altercation as a rallying cry, aiming to channel their intensity to maintain championship hopes.
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NBA Finals: Alex Caruso leads Oklahoma City Thunder in his own way
OKLAHOMA CITY — Alex Caruso got asked after Game 4 of the NBA Finals if he’s aware that he’s achieved a level of superhero-type status among fans of the Oklahoma City Thunder during this playoff run. After all, having zero 20-point games in the regular season followed by two – and counting – in the NBA Finals against the Indiana Pacers tends to have an effect on people. “For the superhero reference, we’ll just do Robin because that’s the only on…

By TIM REYNOLDS OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) — Alex Caruso was asked after Game 4 of the NBA Finals if he's aware he's reached a level of superhero status among Oklahoma City Thunder fans during this playoff series. After all, having no 20-point games in the regular season and then having two — and counting — in the NBA Finals against the Indiana Pacers tends to have an effect on people. “It could only be Robin, he's the only one I might have some similar…
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