Nikola Jokic’s Bold Statement About Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Goes Viral After Nuggets-Thunder Game

May 19, 2025 Excoba Bayano NBA 0

Nikola Jokic Shares Praise for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander After Nuggets-Thunder Game

Nikola Jokic had high praise for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander following the Oklahoma City Thunder’s 125-93 victory over the Denver Nuggets on Sunday, a win that secured the Thunder’s spot in the Western Conference Finals.

Gilgeous-Alexander was outstanding in the game, recording 35 points, three rebounds, four assists, three steals, and one block while shooting an impressive 12-of-19 from the field and 3-of-4 from beyond the arc in 36 minutes.

The Thunder star had an exceptional series, with the following stats:

  • Game 7: 35 PTS, 63.2% FG

  • Game 6: 32 PTS, 68.8% FG

  • Game 5: 31 PTS, 52.2% FG

This victory marks Oklahoma City’s first trip to the Western Conference Finals since 2016.

In his postgame comments, three-time MVP Jokic spoke highly of Gilgeous-Alexander, saying: “He’s a special player. His shot selection, the ability to make his own shots, his ability to create separation, and play at his own pace. Defensively, he was always tipping balls, blocking shots… He’s a special player.”

Jokic himself finished with 20 points, nine rebounds, and seven assists in the Game 7 loss, shooting 5-of-9 from the field and 1-of-2 from three-point range in 37 minutes.

As noted by HoopsHype, Jokic remains the best player in the playoffs according to their Global Rating, with Gilgeous-Alexander ranked second.

The Thunder will now face Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves in the Western Conference Finals, with Game 1 scheduled for Tuesday night in Oklahoma City.

Stat comparison for the series:

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander:

  • 29.7 PPG

  • 6.6 AST

  • 6.4 REB

  • 2.0 TOV

  • 1.6 SPG

  • 62.8% TS

Nikola Jokic:

  • 28.4 PPG

  • 13.9 REB

  • 5.9 AST

  • 4.4 TOV

  • 1.7 SPG

  • 59.2% TS

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