A crucial battle for a place in the Western Conference finals unfolds as the Denver Nuggets face off against the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 7 of the playoff series on Sunday. Denver set the stage for a thrilling conclusion with a 119-107 victory in their previous matchup.

The Nuggets, reigning champions from the 2022-2023 season, hold a 50-32 record but have struggled away from home, going 2-4 in this playoff series. Meanwhile, the Thunder, with a stellar 68-14 record and their last appearance in the conference finals in the 2015-2016 season, show a 4-1 playoff home court record.

Game Details

• Date: May 18, 2025
• Time: 3:30 p.m. ET
• Location: Paycom Center, Oklahoma City

In terms of betting, Oklahoma City are favored by 8.5 points according to the latest odds from DraftKings Sportsbook. The total points line is set at 213 with the Thunder on the money line at -342 (risking $342 to win $100) and the Nuggets at +271 (risking $100 to win $271). Before placing any bets, check out NBA predictions from the SportsLine Projection Model.

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Key Players

• Shai Gilgeous-Alexander: Averaging 28.4 points in 10 playoff starts.
• Jalen Williams: Contributing significant scoring support averaging 19.2 points.
• Nikola Jokic: Anchoring the Nuggets with impressive playoff averages, including 26.7 points and 13 rebounds.
• Jamal Murray: A key asset for the Nuggets, scoring consistently in the playoffs.

Conclusion

Can the Thunder extend their playoff run, or will Jokic lead the Nuggets forward in defense of their title? Check out SportsLine for the most accurate predictions as the playoff race heats up.