Player grades: Thunder destroy Nuggets in 149-106 Game 2 win

May 7, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) shoots against the Denver Nuggets in the second half during game two of the second round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Alonzo Adams-Imagn ImagesOKLAHOMA CITY — Ready to check out, Nikola Jokic took matters into his own hands. He picked up his final two fouls within the same minute. A textbook illegal screen ended his game as the three-time MVP laughed and shook his head toward the bench. After all, that's all he could do after OKC embarrassed his squad.

In their most important game in months, the Oklahoma City Thunder destroyed the Denver Nuggets in a 149-106…