Thunder Punch Ticket to 2025 NBA Finals After Game 5 Blowout

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Delivers Another MVP Performance

The Oklahoma City Thunder cemented their status as the top team in the Western Conference with a dominant Game 5 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves. From the opening tip, it was clear Anthony Edwards and company were already thinking about Cancun, scoring just 9 points in a brutal first quarter. The Thunder came out with energy, confidence, and urgency, closing out the series in five games and earning valuable rest before the 2025 NBA Finals begin on Thursday, June 5th.

MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the charge with 34 points, 8 assists, and 7 rebounds in just 33 minutes of action. This marks the Thunder’s first trip to the Finals since 2012, as they now await the winner of the Pacers-Knicks series. Catch the full highlights above.