The Oklahoma City Thunder face a critical Game 2 at home after suffering a heartbreaking 121-119 loss to the Denver Nuggets in the opener of their Western Conference semifinal series.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was brilliant in defeat, nearly posting a triple-double with 33 points, 10 rebounds and eight assists.
Here’s the top Shai Gilgeous-Alexander prop bet on DraftKings Sportsbook to consider for Wednesday’s Game 2:
Best Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Prop Bet on DraftKings Sportsbook
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Over 46.5 Points + Rebounds + Assists (-110)
Gilgeous-Alexander has been the driving force behind Oklahoma City’s success all season, and his Game 1 performance reinforced his importance. He’s averaging 32.3 points, 6.8 rebounds and 6.8 assists in his previous four playoff games.
After sweeping the Memphis Grizzlies in the first round, the Thunder were tested for the first time this postseason. Game 1 required Gilgeous-Alexander to lead a response, and he delivered in every statistical category. He repeatedly created advantages and played through contact in the paint when facing a Denver defense that has struggled to contain perimeter penetration.
“We know it’s about how we respond,” Gilgeous-Alexander said. “There’s nothing we can do about what just happened, so there’s no point to have our head down or be sad about it or sulk about it. All we can do is be better for the next game, and that’s what we’re focused on.”
With the Thunder eager to avoid heading to Denver down 0-2, expect Mark Daigneault’s offense to lean even more heavily on Gilgeous-Alexander in Game 2. His ability to control tempo, draw fouls and make plays late in the shot clock makes this combined prop line highly achievable, especially in a high-leverage setting.
Gilgeous-Alexander cleared 46.5 points, rebounds and assists in Game 1 and should be in line for a similarly productive night as Oklahoma City looks to even the series.
