Game Recap – May 15, 2025
The Oklahoma City Thunder stunned the defending champion Denver Nuggets in Game 6 with a thrilling 112-108 victory at Paycom Center, tying the Western Conference Semifinals at 3-3 and forcing a decisive Game 7 in Denver.
Led by rising superstar Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the Thunder outplayed Denver in the second half, surviving a late push from Nikola Jokić and the Nuggets.
Key Stats
| Quarter | OKC | DEN |
|---|---|---|
| Q1 | 27 | 29 |
| Q2 | 24 | 28 |
| Q3 | 31 | 22 |
| Q4 | 30 | 29 |
| Final | 112 | 108 |
Top Performers
Oklahoma City Thunder:
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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: 34 PTS, 8 AST, 6 REB
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Chet Holmgren: 18 PTS, 10 REB, 3 BLK
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Josh Giddey: 15 PTS, 7 AST
Denver Nuggets:
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Nikola Jokić: 31 PTS, 11 REB, 9 AST
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Jamal Murray: 22 PTS, 5 AST
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Michael Porter Jr.: 17 PTS, 6 REB
Takeaways
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Thunder’s defense came up big late, forcing three turnovers in the final two minutes.
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SGA continues to deliver in clutch moments, proving he’s built for playoff basketball.
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Denver’s bench was outscored 28-14, highlighting a growing concern heading into Game 7.
Game 7 Outlook
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Location: Ball Arena, Denver
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Date: May 17, 2025
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Winner will advance to face either the Timberwolves or Suns in the Western Conference Finals.
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