OKC Thunder Look to Close Out Denver Nuggets in Game 6
The top-seeded OKC Thunder will face the fourth-seeded Denver Nuggets on the road at 7:30 p.m. CT on Thursday in Game 6 of their second-round playoff series. According to Yahoo Sports, the Thunder secured a 112-105 home win in Game 5 on Tuesday, taking a 3-2 lead in the best-of-seven series.
The OKC Thunder is looking to reach the Western Conference Finals for the first time since 2016. As reported by Yahoo Sports, the team’s recent performance has been impressive, with Yahoo Sports noting that the Thunder’s 3-point shooting has been a key factor in their success.
In order to watch the OKC vs Denver game on Thursday, fans can tune in to ESPN for live coverage. Alternatively, the game can be streamed on ESPN+. Yahoo Sports reports that the game will take place at Ball Arena in Denver, starting at 7:30 p.m. CT.
The playoff series between the OKC Thunder and Denver Nuggets has been closely contested, with the Thunder currently holding a 3-2 lead. As per Yahoo Sports, the series schedule is as follows:
- Game 1: Denver 121, OKC 119
- Game 2: OKC 149, Denver 106
- Game 3: Denver 113, OKC 104 (OT)
- Game 4: OKC 92, Denver 87
- Game 5: OKC 112, Denver 105
- Game 6: OKC at Denver | 7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 15 (ESPN)
- Game 7 (If necessary): Denver at OKC | 2:30 p.m. Sunday, May 18 (ABC)
According to Yahoo Sports, the Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has been delivering clutch performances, including in Game 5 against the Nuggets. The team’s success has also been attributed to players like Jalen Williams, who has been playing through a nagging wrist injury.
In related news, Yahoo Sports reports that the Thunder’s 3-point shooting has been inconsistent on the road, which could be a concern for the team in Game 6.
The OKC Thunder’s potential advancement to the Western Conference Finals would mark a significant milestone for the team. As noted by Yahoo Sports, the team’s recent performance has been impressive, and fans will be eagerly anticipating the outcome of Game 6.
