Watch our in‑depth Game 5 recap as the Oklahoma City Thunder secure a resounding 124‑94 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves in the 2025 NBA Western Conference Finals.
In this detailed narrative, we break down every quarter—from the early onslaught that built a 26‑9 lead, to the relentless offensive pressure by the Thunder that saw them extend the margin to 65‑32 by halftime, and the sustained dominance in the second half that left Minnesota reeling.
Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander led the charge with 31 points, 8 assists, and 7 rebounds, while Chet Holmgren (22 points, 7 rebounds) and Jalen Williams (17 points, 8 rebounds) delivered essential contributions. For Minnesota, Anthony Edwards finished with 19 points on 6‑for‑17 shooting, and Julius Randle scored 22 points—a performance that, alongside 21 turnovers, underscored their struggles against Oklahoma City’s disciplined defense.
Our breakdown includes a full quarter‑by‑quarter analysis along with an insightful SWOT analysis and war room strategy session that details where the Timberwolves fell short and how the Thunder will fine‑tune their approach heading into the NBA Finals.
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