Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's 38-Point Performance Propels Thunder to 2-0 Lead Over Timberwolves
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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, fresh off his NBA MVP award, led the Oklahoma City Thunder to a dominant 118-103 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 2 of the Western Conference finals, taking a 2-0 series lead. Gilgeous-Alexander scored 38 points, tying his playoff career high, while Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren also contributed significantly with 26 and 22 points respectively. Despite a strong performance from Anthony Edwards, the Timberwolves couldn't close the gap late in the game.
Key Points
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 38 points, tying his playoff career high, leading the Thunder to a 118-103 win over the Timberwolves.
The Thunder now lead the best-of-seven series 2-0.
Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren contributed significantly with 26 and 22 points respectively.
Anthony Edwards of the Timberwolves scored 32 points but struggled from three-point range.
The Thunder's defensive pressure in the third quarter was crucial in extending their lead to 24 points.