In a dominant performance, the Oklahoma City Thunder dismantled the Denver Nuggets 125-93 in Game 7 of the Western Conference semifinals. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander shone bright, scoring 35 points, while Nikola Jokic managed only 20 points, struggling against Oklahoma City's intense defense, particularly when matched against Alex Caruso. The Thunder's balanced attack featured contributions from all eight players in their rotation, showcasing their depth and teamwork.

Oklahoma City executed a pair of crucial runs in the second quarter, outscoring the Nuggets 19 points during that period alone. Despite Christian Braun's commendable effort for Denver with 19 points, the team’s cold shooting, especially from three-point range, hampered their chances. The Nuggets' 23 turnovers led to 37 points for the Thunder, proving costly on a night where Denver needed consistent execution to stay competitive.