Nuggets vs Thunder predictions
Game 7 always cranks the intensity up to another level, and when you think about the Denver Nuggets, all eyes naturally drift to Nikola Jokic. He’s been a machine lately, and honestly, it feels like another monster performance is on deck—with something around 26 points, flirting with a 16-rebound night, and dishing out those signature, no-look assists. Jamal Murray should be good for over 20 points if his shot falls early, and Aaron Gordon’s athleticism means he’s likely to make his mark around the glass and with hustle plays. Don’t sleep on Christian Braun either; he’s been sneaky effective and could chip in double-digit points and a handful of rebounds if the pace kicks up. Basically, if Denver’s core guys show up like they’ve been doing, they’ll make things tough for anyone.
Swinging over to the Oklahoma City Thunder side, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is turning into one of those “must-watch” stars. I’m looking at nearly 30 points from him, plus his typical playmaking and some tough boards. Jalen Williams is another guy you just can’t overlook—his knack for timely buckets and hustle could easily put him above 20 points with a handful of assists to go along. Chet Holmgren might not be as flashy, but the way he disrupts shots and moves in transition means a near double-double is well within reach. Look for Caruso and Dort to provide the lockdown defense, but if one of them finds an offensive rhythm, that could swing the momentum dramatically.
Who takes Game 7? The venue is bouncing, stakes are sky-high, and both squads have serious talent. Gut feeling? Oklahoma City Thunder seem primed to ride their hot streak, lock in at home, and squeeze out a win. Denver’s resilience is legendary and Jokic can never be counted out, but OKC’s depth and home-court energy tip the scales just enough this time. So, don’t be surprised if the Thunder pull out a close one and send the Paycom Center into a frenzy. Who’s ready for tipoff?
