Thunder Defeat Nuggets 149-106, Tie Playoff Series 1-1

The Oklahoma City Thunder dominated the Denver Nuggets in Game 2 of their Western Conference semifinals series, securing a decisive 149-106 victory and tying the series 1-1. The Thunder set records with a franchise playoff-high 149 points and matched the NBA playoff record with 87 points in the first half, demonstrating exceptional offensive efficiency. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the charge with 34 points on 11-of-13 shooting and eight assists, while Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren provided strong support with 17 and 15 points, respectively. The Thunder's defense stifled Denver's star Nikola Jokic, limiting him to 17 points and forcing him to foul out in the third quarter. The Nuggets struggled with turnovers and poor shooting, and interim coach David Adelman acknowledged the team's lack of intensity, vowing improvements for the next game. Both teams now look to adjust as the series shifts to Denver for Game 3.