On May 20, the NBA playoffs were in full swing. The Thunder eliminated the defending champion Nuggets 4-3 in the seventh game and successfully advanced to the Western Conference Finals. After the game, Thunder player Jaylen Way was interviewed and highly praised the performance of teammate Alex Caruso, saying that he was a player born for big scenes and had extremely keen game insight.

Jaylen Way said: " Caruso can always find a way out at critical moments. He understands the essence of the game and maximizes all controllable factors. Whether it is an ordinary game against the Pelicans in February or a life-and-death game like tonight, he always stays focused and concentrates on every detail of the game. This is an important reason why he has become a top defender in the league. "

In this game, Caruso played for 26 minutes, made 5 of 7 shots , including 1 of 3 three-pointers , contributed 11 points, 3 assists and 3 steals, and his plus-minus value was as high as +40 , becoming the most outstanding player in the Thunder team. His outstanding performance is not only reflected in scoring and defense, but more importantly, his leadership on the court and control of the game rhythm.

Jaylen Wei also emphasized that having a teammate like Caruso can greatly enhance the overall dimension and competitiveness of the team. " He has an extraordinary understanding of the game, and his defensive performance is impeccable. Every time at a critical moment, Caruso can stand up and help the team. This stability and resilience is crucial for us to enter the Western Conference Finals. "

Caruso's defensive coverage is wide, his reaction is quick, and his steals and defensive interference times are always among the best in the league. This is also the key factor for the Thunder to successfully lock the Nuggets' offensive core and control the rhythm of the game. What's more valuable is that his offensive efficiency is also very stable, and he can provide reliable firepower support for the team when necessary.

As an important pillar of the Thunder's backcourt, Caruso is not only a defensive expert, but also the team's spiritual leader and the mainstay at critical moments. His calmness and wisdom have enabled the Thunder to maintain resilience and confidence in the fierce playoff competition.

As the Thunder successfully entered the Western Conference Finals, Caruso's role and value became more prominent. Jaylen Way's high evaluation not only affirmed Caruso's personal strength, but also demonstrated his irreplaceable role in the team. It can be predicted that in the next series, Caruso will continue to play an important role in promoting the Thunder's victory.

In general, Caruso has become the key player on the Thunder's road to promotion with his outstanding defensive performance and deep game insight. Jaylen Wei's comments undoubtedly added a strong touch to Caruso's career and made fans look forward to the Thunder's performance in the Western Conference Finals.