Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Injury Report: Will the Thunder's Star Guard Play Tonight Against the Timberwolves in Game 2 of the Western Conference Final?

After a convincing win in Game 1 of the Western Conference Final, the Oklahoma City Thunder will vie to double their lead against the Minnesota Timberwolves tonight when they square off at the Paycom Center in Game 2 of the series. The Thunder's dominance is seemingly unrivalled at the moment, and to make sure that they do not fall too much behind early on, the Timberwolves will have to come up with answers. Minnesota's biggest task would be to keep the newly crowned MVP of the season, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, quiet. SGA has been racked up immense numbers throughout the season, and should he play tonight then the Thunder will enter the court with a certain edge. Since the MVP is set to garner massive attention, let's take a look at Oklahoma City Thunder's injury report and figure out whether he 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 2 against the Timberwolves. Therefore, he will most certainly be in the starting lineup. Moreover, this will be his first on-court appearance after claiming the MVP title. Expect to witness him receive a rousing reception from the Oklahoma crowd tonight at the Paycom.

The star guard has been immensely consistent this season, in short, he has been a point machine this season, and his overall average will present a testament to the fact. For the record, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has been averaging 32.7 points, 5 rebounds, and 6.4 assists per game this season. These exceptional figures were bound to fetch the coveted MVP award. SGA will be expected to continue delivering the onslaught, let's see how he fares tonight or in his case how many he will amass tonight.

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Oklahoma City Thunder Injury Report

While Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is not facing any injury concerns, the same case is not valid with every member of the Oklahoma City Thunder squad. Nikola Topic, who has remained out since January does not see any change in his status owing to a knee injury.

Minnesota Timberwolves on the other hand have a clean injury list. Hence, no player is listed as injured from the Timberwolves side ahead of Game 2 of the Eastern Conference Final.

The OCT will enter as the favourite once again but the Minnesota Timberwolves can put up a fight and beat any team on their day. But can they do it tonight? That is the question. With all to look forward to let's see who comes out on top in the Thunder vs Timberwolves Game 2 showdown.