Oklahoma City Thunder Injury Report: What is the latest health update of superstar Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, will he feature in Game 6 against Denver Nuggets?

The Denver Nuggets will lock horns against Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 6 in the Western Conference semifinals on Thursday, May 15th at the Ball Arena.

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Denver Nuggets will take on Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 6 in the Western Conference semifinals on Thursday, May 15th.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander played 76 regular season games in this year's campaign.

The seven game series is currently led by OKC Thunder as they have a 3-2 lead over Denver Nuggets.

The Denver Nuggets will lock horns against Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 6 in the Western Conference semifinals on Thursday, May 15th at the Ball Arena. All eyes would be on superstar Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, will he feature against Oklahoma City Thunder or not. 

Will Shai Gilgeous-Alexander play against Denver Nuggets?

The 26-year-old point guard will be starting Game 6 against Denver Nuggets as he is not listed on the team's injury report. Gilgeous-Alexander played 76 regular season games in this year's campaign. In those 76 games, he averaged 32.7 points, 5.0 rebounds, 6.4 assists and 1.7 steals per game. 

Not just this, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander even played the first round against Memphis Grizzlies as the OKC Thunder clinched the seven game series 4-0. In Game 1, Gilgeous-Alexander played for 23 minutes as he registered 15 points, 3 rebounds, 5 assists and 2 blocks. In Game 2, Gilgeous-Alexander played for 38 minutes as he recorded 27 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists and 2 steals.  

During Game 3, Gilgeous-Alexander clocked 40 minutes as he finished the game with 31 points, 4 rebounds, 8 assists, 1 steal and 1 block. During Game 4, Gilgeous-Alexander played for 38 minutes as he had 38 points, 5 rebounds, 6 assists, 2 steals and 1 block to his name.  

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander also played the first five games against the Denver Nuggets. In Game 1, Gilgeous-Alexander clocked 40 minutes along with 33 points, 10 rebounds, 8 assists, 2 steals and 1 block. During Game 2, Gilgeous-Alexander had 30 minutes under his belt as he finished the match with 34 points, 4 rebounds and 8 assists. During Game 3, Gilgeous-Alexander clocked 45 minutes and ended the game with 18 points, 13 rebounds, 7 assists and 2 steals to his name. 

During Game 4, Gilgeous-Alexander played for 38 minutes as he finished the match with 25 points, 6 rebounds, 6 assists and 2 steals. During Game 5, Gilgeous-Alexander had 39 minutes under his belt along with 31 points, 6 rebounds, 7 assists, 2 steals and 2 blocks. 

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has averaged 22.0 points, 5.8 assists and 4.9 rebounds in the 24 games that he has played against the Denver Nuggets in his career. The seven game series is currently led by OKC Thunder as they have a 3-2 lead over Denver Nuggets. Hunter Tyson and DaRon Holmes II will be sidelined from Game 6 against OKC Thunder. On the other hand, Nikola Topic will be missing Game 6 against Denver Nuggets. 

When and where to watch Oklahoma City Thunder vs Denver Nuggets Game 6?

The tip-off time for Oklahoma City Thunder vs Denver Nuggets Game 6 is 8:30 pm ET. The live broadcast of Oklahoma City Thunder vs Denver Nuggets Game 6 will be available on ESPN. The fans can enjoy live streaming of Oklahoma City Thunder vs Denver Nuggets Game 6 on NBA League Pass and Fubo TV app.

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