Particle.news
Download on the App Store
4 ARTICLES
·
3mo ago

Oklahoma City Thunder Crush Timberwolves in Game 1 of Western Conference Finals

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's dominant 31-point performance and a stifling second-half defense propel OKC to a commanding 114-88 victory.

Isaiah Hartenstein (d.), le pivot du Thunder d'Oklahoma City, tire devant Mike Conley, le meneur des Timberwolves du Minnesota, lors d'un match de saison régulière de NBA, à Minneapolis, le 23 février 2025
Image
Les joueurs du Thunder d'Oklahoma City Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (d.) et Jalen Williams (g.) pendant le cinquième match des demi-finales de la Conférence Ouest contre les Nuggets de Denver, à Oklahoma City, le 13 mai 2025
Julius Randle, l'ailier fort des Minnesota Timberwolves, pendant le troisième match du deuxième tour des play-offs de la Conférence Ouest de la NBA, contre les Golden State Warriors, à San Francisco, le 10 mai 2025

Overview

  • Oklahoma City leads the series 1-0 after a decisive Game 1 win marked by a second-half defensive surge and offensive efficiency.
  • Shai Gilgeous-Alexander delivered 31 points, 9 assists, and key defensive plays, solidifying his MVP candidacy.
  • Minnesota squandered a halftime lead, shooting just 29.4% from three-point range and struggling with offensive cohesion in the second half.
  • Rudy Gobert was limited to 21 minutes due to early foul trouble, finishing with 2 points and 3 rebounds, while Anthony Edwards managed 18 points despite an ankle twist.
  • Game 2 of the best-of-seven series is set for Thursday in Oklahoma City, with both teams expected to make tactical adjustments.