As the only NBA champion on the Oklahoma City Thunder, Alex Caruso has LeBron James to thank for invaluable experience at this stage. He was a critical role player in the Los Angeles Lakers' title run during the 2020 Bubble.

Known for creating chaos on the floor, what’s transformed Caruso into one of the great role players of this decade has been his ability to refine those skills.

The 31-year-old has built a career off making the small plays. And those might prove the difference against the Pacers in the NBA Finals.

The Bulls probably could've also received a first-round pick from the Thunder in last year's Josh Giddey-Alex Caruso trade.

The Kia MVP erupted for 34 points and 8 assists in OKC's Game 2 win over Indiana to even the series. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander pours in 34 points in Game 2 of the 2025 NBA Finals to help OKC even the series 1-1.