Thunder's Dominant Game 7 Victory Propels Them to NBA Western Conference Finals
Source: news.source.inquirer
The Oklahoma City Thunder, led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's 35 points and Jalen Williams' 24 points, advanced to the NBA Western Conference finals after defeating the Denver Nuggets 125-93 in Game 7. This marks the Thunder's first conference finals appearance since 2016, following a stellar regular season where they achieved a league-best record of 68-14. Despite a valiant effort from Nikola Jokic and an injured Aaron Gordon, the Nuggets couldn't overcome the Thunder's strong performance.
Key Points
The Thunder defeated the Nuggets 125-93 in Game 7 to advance to the Western Conference finals.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder with 35 points, while Jalen Williams contributed 24 points.
The Thunder had a remarkable regular season, finishing with a league-best record of 68-14.
Nikola Jokic of the Nuggets recorded 20 points, 9 rebounds, and 7 assists despite the loss.
Aaron Gordon played despite a strained left hamstring, showcasing his dedication.
The Thunder will face the Minnesota Timberwolves in the Western Conference finals starting Tuesday.
Coach Mark Daigneault praised his team's ability to handle the pressure of Game 7.
