- Denver Nuggets forced a Game 7 in their Western Conference semifinal series against Oklahoma City Thunder with a 119-107 victory
- Nikola Jokic led Denver with 29 points and 14 rebounds, while Jamal Murray added 25 points
- The decisive Game 7 will take place on 18 May at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City
Key Takeaways:
Denver Nuggets forced a decisive Game 7 in their Western Conference semifinal series against the Oklahoma City Thunder after a 119-107 victory (31:28, 27:33, 32:21, 29:25) in Game 6. The Nuggets refused to surrender, showcasing their resilience and determination to reach the conference finals, with hopes of advancing even further.
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— Denver Nuggets (@nuggets) May 16, 2025
The game started as a balanced contest, with neither team managing to gain a significant lead. Both sides exchanged blows, and the scoreboard remained close. However, after halftime, the hosts at Ball Arena displayed stronger nerves, gradually taking control of the game and securing the much-needed win.
Denver’s star center Nikola Jokic led the way once again, finishing with a double-double of 29 points and 14 rebounds. He was well-supported by Jamal Murray, who contributed 25 points, and Christian Braun, who also recorded a double-double with 23 points and 11 rebounds.
On the other side, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander continued his scoring form for Oklahoma City, leading his team with 32 points. Chet Holmgren added a double-double of 19 points and 11 rebounds, while Luguentz Dort finished with 10 points.
The crucial Game 7 between the Nuggets and Thunder is set for 18 May at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City. The winner will advance to the Western Conference finals, where they will face the Minnesota Timberwolves.