Thunder's Firepower Leaves Timberwolves Stunned in Game 2
The Oklahoma City Thunder just pulled off another stunner by overpowering the Minnesota Timberwolves 118-103 at Paycom Center in the second game of the 2025 NBA Western Conference Finals. Anyone who thought this series would be an easy win for Minnesota might want to rethink that after seeing how things played out on the Thunder’s home court Wednesday night.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander continues to look every bit the superstar, torching the Timberwolves for 38 points, along with 8 assists and 3 rebounds. His ability to break down defenders and finish at the rim might be giving Minnesota fans nightmares. Add in Jalen Williams’s 26 points, 10 rebounds, and 5 assists, and it’s clear this Thunder squad isn’t relying on just one guy. Oklahoma City looked sharp, quick, and—maybe most importantly—fearless against a Timberwolves team that could never quite get their footing.
For most of the first half, the Thunder offense flowed, but it was in the third quarter that they truly blew the game open. After halftime, Oklahoma City went on a run that left Minnesota scrambling. They outscored the Timberwolves by 14 in that frame, shifting the momentum and making a comeback feel almost impossible for the visitors. The crowd at Paycom Center erupted as each possession seemed to tilt further in OKC’s favor—the energy in the building was electric, and you could see it fueling the home team.
Edwards Fights, Wolves Falter
Anthony Edwards tried to keep the Timberwolves alive, putting up 32 points, grabbing 9 rebounds, and dishing out 6 assists. Every time he went to the basket, you could sense the urgency—it was almost personal. Jaden McDaniels chipped in with 22 points and knocked down 4 threes, but the noise from Oklahoma City's defense was just too loud. The Timberwolves found themselves constantly under pressure, and it rattled their usual rhythm.
Shot selection became a problem for Minnesota, especially when their outside shots stopped falling and OKC's defense tightened. The Wolves’ ability to adjust just never materialized. Even when they managed small runs, Oklahoma City quickly slammed the door with another burst of energy. It wasn’t just about scoring—Thunder players attacked every rebound, hustled after loose balls, and made life tough for Anthony Edwards and Co. on every trip down the court.
The defensive pressure from Oklahoma City was relentless. Players were diving for loose balls, switching on screens, and refusing to let Minnesota breathe for even a possession. As a result, the Timberwolves spent much of the second half chasing the game, forced into bad shots and contested layups. The gap between the two squads only got wider as the Thunder maintained over 50% shooting from the field for most of the night, a testament to their efficiency in front of their home fans.
This win puts the Thunder in the driver’s seat with a 2-0 lead as the series heads to Minnesota. From the way things look, Oklahoma City’s confidence is soaring, and Minnesota has a mountain to climb if they want to get back into this series.