Thunder's Game 2 win over Suns overshadowed by Jalen Williams injury

Prior to exiting the game, Williams had 19 points (7-of-11 FG) and was firing on all cylinders, including these two plays in the second quarter.

His overall impact to this team cannot be understated, but the depth on this Thunder team really showed up in his absence.

Gilgeous-Alexander led the way as usual with 37 points (13-of-25 FG) and nine assists, while Chet Holmgren added 19 points (7-of-12 FG), eight rebounds and four blocks.

This incredible sequence in the third quarter summed up his performance perfectly.

The game got a little closer than the Thunder would have liked in the fourth quarter, primarily due to Dillon Brooks' takeover. Brooks had a team-high 30 points (12-of-23 FG), but it was still not enough to tame the Thunder and even the series up.

As Sportsnet pointed out after the game, the Thunder are the sixth team in NBA history with 10 consecutive first-round wins.

That alone is just another reminder of how dominant the Thunder have been lately and why this series should be theirs for the taking with a 2-0 lead. With that said, Williams' health is going to be crucial moving forward.

There is a reason Oklahoma City remains the heavy favorite to win its second straight title (-130, per FanDuel). Given the talent on the floor and the confidence within this team after last season, the Thunder should be in this spot until someone knocks them off the top in the playoffs.

However, Williams is a key part of this team's success. In just 23 minutes of action on Wednesday, his plus-minus (+17) was the best of any player on the Thunder roster.

Williams' importance to this Thunder team is clear, and if he is limited going forward or unable to be at 100%, there could be some real concern for Oklahoma City.