The Oklahoma City Thunder took a commanding 2-0 series lead in the Western Conference Finals, defeating the Minnesota Timberwolves by the final score of 118-103 in Game 2 on Thursday.

Alexander accepted the NBA MVP award on Thursday, then looked like one in Game 2 of the Western Conference finals. The Oklahoma City Thunder star posted 38 points and eight assists in a 118-103 win to take a 2-0 lead over the Minnesota Timberwolves,

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and his Thunder teammates all posed for one last group photo, and before the flash captured them, wrists were held high.

The Minnesota Timberwolves and Oklahoma City Thunder play Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals in the NBA Playoffs Thursday at Paycom Center.

See our top photos of Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder against the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 2 of the Western Conference finals.

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After a strong showing on defense throughout the regular season, Oklahoma City's defense has carried the team to two playoff series wins.