The Oklahoma City Thunder have taken a 2–0 lead over the Minnesota Timberwolves in the 2025 NBA Western Conference Finals after a dominant 118–103 win in Game 2. Playing on their home court, the Thunder were led by MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who delivered a standout performance with 38 points and eight assists. His leadership and efficient scoring proved too much for the Timberwolves, who struggled to keep pace.
Jalen Williams added 26 points and 10 rebounds, while rookie center Chet Holmgren contributed 22 points, giving the Thunder a balanced and potent offensive attack. Oklahoma City also showcased their defensive strength, limiting Minnesota to just 41.4% shooting from the field and capitalizing on key turnovers.
The Timberwolves were paced by Anthony Edwards, who recorded 32 points, nine rebounds, and six assists, continuing his strong playoff run. However, other key contributors failed to step up, with Julius Randle shooting just 2-for-11 and scoring only six points. The frustration was evident on the court, as tensions boiled over during a scuffle involving Jaden McDaniels and Gilgeous-Alexander.
The series now shifts to Minnesota for Game 3 on Saturday, May 24, where the Timberwolves will aim to rally in front of their home crowd and avoid a devastating 0–3 deficit. Meanwhile, the young Thunder are riding high, showing poise beyond their years as they push toward their first NBA Finals appearance since 2012. Game 3 promises to be a pivotal moment in this highly competitive series.