Oklahoma City Thunder vs Denver Nuggets Game 6 Playoffs

In a pivotal Game 6 of the 2025 NBA Western Conference Semifinals, the Denver Nuggets showcased resilience and experience to defeat the top-seeded Oklahoma City Thunder 119–107 at Ball Arena, evening the series at 3–3 and setting the stage for a decisive Game .

Nikola Jokić led the Nuggets with a commanding performance, recording 29 points, 14 rebounds, and 8 assists. Despite battling illness, Jamal Murray contributed significantly with 25 points, while Christian Braun delivered a playoff career-high of 23 points, providing crucial support off the bench.

The game remained tightly contested until late in the third quarter when Denver initiated a 10–0 run, highlighted by Julian Strawther’s two three-pointers and a driving layup, shifting the momentum in favor of the Nuggets.

For the Thunder, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander continued his stellar postseason with 32 points. Chet Holmgren added a double-double with 19 points and 11 rebounds. However, Jalen Williams struggled offensively, shooting 3-for-19 and finishing with 6 points, though he contributed 10 assists.

This victory underscores Denver’s playoff experience, marking their seventh Game 7 appearance since 2019. Conversely, the Thunder face their first Game 7 since the 2020 bubble playoffs . The decisive game will determine who advances to face the well-rested Minnesota Timberwolves in the Western Conference Finals.