The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves, 114-88 in Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals. Thunder Top Performers Shai Gilgeous-Alexander – 31 points, 5 rebounds, 9 assists 8 of his 12 games this postseason has scored 30+ PTS Jalen Williams – 19 points,

The Oklahoma City Thunder star was overcome with emotion while addressing his wife during his victory speech for the 2024-25 NBA MVP award on Wednesday.

Julius Randle leads all scorers with 20 points and three rebounds on 6-of-8 shooting. Anthony Edwards has 13 points and five boards. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leads OKC with 11 points and four assists, despite shooting 2-of-13 from the field.

Paul George and Gillie Da Kid break down why they think Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is the best player in the NBA, even over Nikola Jokic.

The Thunder left no doubt in Game 7, dismantling the Nuggets behind 22 forced turnovers and a swarming defense.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 31 points as the Oklahoma City Thunder rallied to defeat the Minnesota Timberwolves 114-88 and grab a 1-0 lead in their NBA Western Conference finals series on Tuesday (all times US).

The Thunder are fresh off a 112-105 Game 5 win over the Nuggets on Tuesday. It was a gritty victory that came down the stretch. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander stepped up for an efficient 31 points. Lu Dort had a loud 12 points with timely outside makes.

NBA MVP front-runner Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 35 points and top-seeded OKC roared to a 125-93 win over the Denver Nuggets in Game 7 Sunday at Paycom Center.