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The Denver Nuggets Are Breaking the OKC Thunder’s Crown
Nuggets lead Thunder 2-1, capitalizing on OKC’s late-game struggles. Gilgeous-Alexander’s missteps highlight Denver’s playoff experience advantage.
The Denver Nuggets have taken a 2–1 lead over the Oklahoma City Thunder in the Western Conference Semifinals, showcasing their playoff experience against the youthful Thunder squad. In Game 3, Denver secured a 113–104 overtime victory, with key contributions from Aaron Gordon, Michael Porter Jr., and Jamal Murray.
Jamal Murray vs Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, despite being a top MVP candidate, struggled in the clutch, shooting 7-of-22 and failing to attempt a shot in overtime. He acknowledged his performance, stating, "I died by my decisions," and emphasized the need to involve teammates more effectively.
In their most recent playoff matchup on May 9, 2025, during Game 3 of the Western Conference Semifinals, Jamal Murray led the Denver Nuggets with 27 points, while Shai Gilgeous-Alexander of the Oklahoma City Thunder scored 18 points.
Murray's performance was instrumental in the Nuggets' 113–104 overtime victory, giving Denver a 2–1 series lead. He shot 47.4% from the field and added eight assists, showcasing his leadership in clutch moments.
Jalen Williams Career High Points
Jalen Williams stepped up for OKC, scoring a career-high 32 points, but the Thunder's overall inexperience showed in critical moments. Denver's resilience and depth allowed them to capitalize on Oklahoma City's mistakes, turning the tide in their favor.
Continue watching the game
As the series progresses, the Thunder must adapt quickly to Denver's seasoned approach. Game 4 is scheduled for Sunday, May 11, at 3:30 PM ET, where Oklahoma City will aim to even the series and regain momentum.
So far, at the time of posting, the Oklahoma City Thunder and Denver Nuggets have completed three games in their Western Conference Semifinals series, with the Nuggets leading 2–1. The series follows a best-of-seven format, meaning up to four more games can be played if necessary. The remaining schedule is as follows:
Game 4: Sunday, May 11, in Denver
Game 5: Tuesday, May 13, in Oklahoma City
Game 6: Thursday, May 15, in Denver (if necessary)
Game 7: Sunday, May 18, in Oklahoma City (if necessary)
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