Western Conference Finals lead thanks to more lopsided turnover counts. The No. 1 seed tallied four fewer turnovers than Minnesota in the series opener and six fewer turnovers two nights later. This two-way trend requires primary playmakers who maintain good ball security and a disruptive defense.

The Oklahoma City Thunder look to clinch the Western Conference finals over the Minnesota Timberwolves in game five.

Gilgeous-Alexander put on a show with outside shooting, unstoppable drives, timely facilitating and even rebounding from the backcourt.