Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Injury Report: Will the Thunder's Star Guard Play Tonight Against the Nuggets in Game 3 Playoff?

The Oklahoma City Thunder will take on the Denver Nuggets tonight in Game 3 of the Round 2 playoff series. The Thunder will enter the Ball Arena with a handsome 2-0 lead, and they look ominous to make things grave for the Nuggets. A 3-0 lead would make things almost impossible for Denver, and the OCT have the ideal weapon to inflict such damage. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has emerged as a force to be reckoned with this season, and he will be giving an edge to the Thunder. As the major focus will be on the star guard, it is imperative to know the status of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. Let's take a look at the Oklahoma City Thunder injury report to know whether SGA will play tonight or not.

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Injury Report

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is not listed in the injury report released by the Thunder ahead of game 3 against the Nuggets. Thus, he will most certainly be in the starting lineup.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has been averaging 32.7 points, 5 rebounds, and 6.4 assists per game this season. These are phenomenal numbers, which if maintained till the end of the season, will fetch him the MVP award.

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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Injury Report

While Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is not facing any injury concerns, the same is not valid for every member of the Oklahoma City Thunder squad. Nikola Topic, who has remained out since January, will miss out on the game due to an ankle injury. 

The Denver Nuggets are also not devoid of injury. DaRon Holmes II continues to remain on the injury list due to an Achilles injury. He will miss out on tonight's game against Oklahoma City.

An intriguing battle is brewing, as it is a must-win game for the Nuggets. If they lose again, then they will go down 0-3 in the series, and till now, no team in the rich history of the league has ever overcome the 0-3 deficit to eventually win the contest. Thus, a loss today will pretty much be game over for the Denver Nuggets.