Thunder Look to Take 3-0 Lead Over Pelicans in NBA Playoff Game 3

The Oklahoma City Thunder, the top seed in the Western Conference, will take on the eighth-seeded New Orleans Pelicans in Game 3 of their first-round NBA playoff series on Saturday. The Thunder are looking to take a commanding 3-0 lead in the series, while the Pelicans will be trying to avoid falling into an 0-3 hole. The game will be played at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans and will tip off at 3:30 p.m. ET.

The Thunder have won four of their five meetings with the Pelicans this season, including a 124-92 victory in Game 2 of this series. The Pelicans will be without Zion Williamson, who is out with a strained left hamstring.

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Heat Scorch Celtics with Three-Point Barrage, Thunder Roar Past Pelicans

The Miami Heat and Oklahoma City Thunder secured victories in the NBA Eastern and Western Conference playoffs, respectively. Heat upset the top-seeded Boston Celtics 111-101, tying the series at 1-1. Tyler Herro led Miami with 24 points, while the team sank a franchise playoff record 23 three-pointers. The Celtics, led by Jaylen Brown’s 33 points, struggled to match Miami’s long-range accuracy. Meanwhile, in the West, the Thunder took a commanding 2-0 lead against the New Orleans Pelicans with a dominant 124-92 win. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led Oklahoma City with 33 points, while Chet Holmgren added 26. The series now shifts to New Orleans for game three on Saturday.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Earns MVP Praise from Thunder Teammate Holmgren

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s stellar performance in Game 2 of the Thunder’s playoff series against the Pelicans has earned high praise from his teammate Chet Holmgren. Holmgren boldly declared Gilgeous-Alexander as the NBA’s MVP, citing his exceptional play and leadership. Gilgeous-Alexander’s impressive statistics and impact on the team’s success support his case as a top candidate for the MVP award.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Emerges as Playoff Star, Guiding Oklahoma City Thunder to 2-0 Lead

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has solidified his status as a premier playoff performer, leading his team to a 2-0 advantage over the New Orleans Pelicans in the first round of the Western Conference playoffs. With a postseason-high 33 points, alongside 5 assists, 3 rebounds, and 2 steals in a 124-92 victory, Gilgeous-Alexander has established himself as a force to be reckoned with on the court.

Chet Holmgren Proclaims Shai Gilgeous-Alexander as NBA MVP after Thunder’s Game 2 Dominance

The Oklahoma City Thunder sent a resounding message to the New Orleans Pelicans in Game 2, delivering a commanding 124-92 victory to take a 2-0 lead in their Western Conference first-round series. Amidst the Thunder’s triumph, rookie standout Chet Holmgren took the opportunity to voice a bold declaration to the NBA world: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander deserves the league’s Most Valuable Player (MVP) award.

Holmgren’s statement, made during a postgame interview, highlighted Gilgeous-Alexander’s exceptional performance in Game 2. The three-time All-Star finished with an impressive 33 points, shooting an efficient 13/19 from the field. He also contributed 3 rebounds, 5 assists, and 2 steals, showcasing his all-around brilliance.

Holmgren’s endorsement of Gilgeous-Alexander as MVP is a testament to the latter’s incredible season. Gilgeous-Alexander has led the Thunder to impressive heights, averaging 31.1 points, 5.8 rebounds, and 6.6 assists per game. His dynamic scoring ability, coupled with his playmaking prowess, has transformed the Thunder into a formidable force in the Western Conference.

Beyond Gilgeous-Alexander’s individual brilliance, the Thunder as a collective unit showcased their dominance in Game 2. Holmgren himself contributed 26 points, while Jalen Williams added 21 points, 5 rebounds, and 7 assists. The Thunder’s teamwork and cohesion were evident throughout the contest, highlighting their potential as a legitimate championship contender.

Thunder Crush Pelicans in Game 2 of NBA Playoff Series

The Oklahoma City Thunder dominated the New Orleans Pelicans 124-92 in Game 2 of their NBA Playoff series on Wednesday night, taking a commanding 2-0 lead. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led all scorers with 33 points, while Chet Holmgren, Jalen Williams, Luguentz Dort, and Josh Giddey all scored in double figures for the Thunder. The Pelicans were led by 19 points from Jonas Valanciunas but were outmatched by the Thunder’s offensive onslaught.

Thunder Dominate Pelicans 124-92 to Take 2-0 Series Lead

The Oklahoma City Thunder continued their impressive playoff start by defeating the New Orleans Pelicans 124-92 in Game 2 of their first-round Western Conference series. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the way with 33 points, while Chet Holmgren added 26 points and seven rebounds, and Jalen Williams contributed 21 points. Jonas Valanciunas led the Pelicans with 19 points, but the team struggled offensively without injured star Zion Williamson. Oklahoma City shot a blistering 59% from the field and made 14 of 29 3-pointers, while also outrebounding New Orleans 37-35 and limiting them to eight offensive rebounds. The Thunder also capitalized on the Pelicans’ turnovers, scoring 22 points off of them. Game 3 of the series will be played in New Orleans on Saturday night.

Thunder Announce Arrival with Dominant Game 2 Victory over Pelicans

The Oklahoma City Thunder sent a resounding message to the league with their emphatic 124-92 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans in Game 2 of their first-round series. Led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s career postseason high 33 points and Chet Holmgren’s impressive 26-point outing, the Thunder dominated on both ends of the floor, shooting a remarkable 59% from the field and 48.3% from three-point range. This win serves as a bold statement that the young Thunder team is ready to compete for a championship now.

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