Oklahoma City Thunder Advance to NBA Finals, Defeat Timberwolves 124-94

The Oklahoma City Thunder decisively defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 124-94 in Game 5 to win their Western Conference Finals series 4-1, securing a return to the NBA Finals for the first time since 2012. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder with 34 points, eight assists, and strong defense, earning him the Western Conference Finals MVP award for his consistent performance throughout the series. The Thunder's dominant defense forced numerous turnovers and limited Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards, who struggled with shooting accuracy during the series. With key contributions from Jalen Williams, Chet Holmgren, and others, the Thunder showcased a powerful and youthful team dynamic, positioning themselves as strong favorites for the NBA championship. Oklahoma City will face the winner of the Eastern Conference series between the Indiana Pacers and New York Knicks in the upcoming Finals. The Timberwolves, meanwhile, face another offseason of reflection after falling short again in the conference finals.