The Timberwolves brought the pressure to OKC Sunday, the rare opportunity to do so.  The Thunder, in a 130-123 win, seized the game late.  It watched Minnesota turn a once 19-point OKC lead into a seven-point deficit.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 37 points, eight rebounds, eight assists and three steals to help the West-leading Oklahoma City Thunder beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 130-123 on Sunday night to open a home-and-home set.

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 37 points on 13-for-24 shooting from the field, grabbed eight rebounds and dished eight assists, and the Oklahoma City Thunder held on for a 130-123 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday night in Minneapolis.