Denver Nuggets vs OKC Thunder final injury report - Is Nikola Jokic playing tonight in Game 2? (May 7, 2025)

The Denver Nuggets and Oklahoma City Thunder have finalized their injury reports ahead of Game 2 of their Western Conference Semifinals matchup, with reigning MVP Nikola Jokic confirmed as available. The Nuggets escaped with a narrow 121-119 win in Game 1, thanks to a clutch Aaron Gordon three-pointer, and will look to extend their lead with a fully healthy Nikola Jokic leading the charge. Nikola Jokic, who played a pivotal role in Denver’s Game 1 comeback, was not listed on the injury report, ensuring the Nuggets will have their star center on the floor. The only player ruled out for Denver is rookie DaRon Holmes II, who remains sidelined with a right Achilles tendon repair. On the Thunder’s side, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is also available, but Nikola Topic is out indefinitely following left knee surgery. Oklahoma City will need to tighten its late-game execution after surrendering a lead in the final minutes of Game 1. The Denver Nuggets’ ability to lock down defensively in the closing stretch proved decisive in their Game 1 victory. The game was sealed off after a huge three-point shot made by Aaron Gordon with 2.8 seconds left. With Jokic healthy, Denver’s offense remains a constant threat, while the Thunder will aim to counter with their own star power in Gilgeous-Alexander. Tip-off for Game 2 is set for 9:30 p.m. EST at Paycom Center. Both teams will look to adjust strategically, but Denver’s clean bill of health—aside from Holmes—gives them a slight edge as they push for a 2-0 series lead.Game 2 is set to deliver another thrilling chapter in this Nuggets-Thunder showdown. With Jokic available and Gilgeous-Alexander ready to respond, will Denver take control of the series, or can Oklahoma City bounce back? The late-game execution—or mistakes—could once again decide the outcome.Also read: Is Jamal Murray playing tonight? Denver Nuggets vs OKC Thunder Game 2 injury report (May 7, 2025)What adjustments do you think the Thunder need to make? Can the Nuggets keep their momentum rolling? Drop your predictions and key matchups to watch in the comments below! Let’s hear your take on how this series will unfold.