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Holmgren Struggles Define Thunder's Western Conference Final Collapse
sports1 hour ago

Holmgren Struggles Define Thunder's Western Conference Final Collapse

Holmgren struggled throughout the Thunder's Western Conference finals against the Spurs, averaging 10.7 points and 7.1 rebounds with a sharp drop in shooting (51.0% FG, 27.3% 3P) and posting a 4-point, 1-for-2 Game 7 that epitomized the series; his performance contrasts with his earlier playoff showing against the Lakers and raises questions about his fit as OKC's cornerstone as he begins a five-year, $239.25 million contract.

via Sports Illustrated|
#chet-holmgren#nba-playoffs#oklahoma-city-thunder
SGA Shines in Game 7 but Thunder Fall to Spurs
sports15 hours ago

SGA Shines in Game 7 but Thunder Fall to Spurs

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 35 points and handed nine assists in Game 7, but the Thunder were edged out by the Spurs. Oklahoma City played shorthanded due to injuries to Jalen Williams (hamstring) and Ajay Mitchell (calf), which limited their ceiling, though coach Mark Daigneault praised the team's resilience and signaled confidence in a healthier roster for 2026–27. Williams’ health would have mattered, Cason Wallace delivered late, and SGA credited San Antonio’s cohesive, well-coached play as a key factor in the win.

via Hoops Rumors|
#basketball#nba#oklahoma-city-thunder
Spurs Rally Tops Thunder in Game 7 as Wembanyama Shines, Securing Finals Berth
sports1 day ago

Spurs Rally Tops Thunder in Game 7 as Wembanyama Shines, Securing Finals Berth

San Antonio beat Oklahoma City 111-103 in Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals behind Victor Wembanyama (22 points, 7 rebounds), who was later named the WCF MVP to seal the Spurs’ Finals berth. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored a game-high 35 but said the Spurs were the better team from start to finish; OKC played without Jalen Williams and faces potential offseason tweaks by GM Sam Presti. Gilgeous-Alexander reaffirmed his commitment to the Thunder through 2030-31.

via Bleacher Report|
#nba#oklahoma-city-thunder#san-antonio-spurs
Spurs Punch Ticket to NBA Finals Behind Wembanyama in Game 7
sports1 day ago

Spurs Punch Ticket to NBA Finals Behind Wembanyama in Game 7

Victor Wembanyama had 22 points as the Spurs beat the Thunder 111-103 in Game 7 to advance to the NBA Finals against the Knicks. OKC’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored a game-high 35 points, but San Antonio closed the door in the final minute, with Devin Vassell sealing it with a dunk as Julian Champagnie added 20 and Stephon Castle contributed 16.

via Bleacher Report|
#nba#oklahoma-city-thunder#san-antonio-spurs
Jalen Williams Out for Thunder in Game 7 with hamstring strain
sports2 days ago

Jalen Williams Out for Thunder in Game 7 with hamstring strain

Jalen Williams has been ruled out for Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals due to a strained left hamstring, after his 10-minute stint in Game 6, with Ajay Mitchell also out with a calf strain. Oklahoma City must adjust their lineup without Williams, likely affecting how Shai Gilgeous-Alexander is defended and prompting coaching decisions on starters (potentially keeping Jared McCain or adding Cason Wallace in place of Dort) as they try to force a series-clinching win.

via NBC Sports|
#basketball#game-7#injury
Jalen Williams Out for Game 7 as Thunder Face Spurs in WCF
sports2 days ago

Jalen Williams Out for Game 7 as Thunder Face Spurs in WCF

Jalen Williams has been ruled out for Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals with a left hamstring strain after re-aggravating the injury in Game 2. He previously returned for Game 6 but played limited minutes. Oklahoma City has leaned on depth, with Jared McCain starting in his absence and Jaylin Williams contributing off the bench; Game 7 is scheduled for 8:30 p.m. ET in Oklahoma City.

via Bleacher Report|
#injury#jalen-williams#oklahoma-city-thunder
Wembanyama fuels Spurs to Game 7 showdown after dominating Thunder
sports2 days ago

Wembanyama fuels Spurs to Game 7 showdown after dominating Thunder

Victor Wembanyama scored 28 points and grabbed 10 rebounds to lift the Spurs to a 118-91 win over the Thunder and force a decisive Game 7 in Oklahoma City after a 20-0 third-quarter run; San Antonio's bench outscored OKC 46-38 with Dylan Harper (18) and Stephon Castle (17 points, 9 assists) starring, while Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was limited to 15 and Jalen Williams returned for 10 minutes with 1 point.

via The Guardian|
#nba#oklahoma-city-thunder#playoffs
Wembanyama powers Spurs past Thunder to force Game 7
sports3 days ago

Wembanyama powers Spurs past Thunder to force Game 7

Victor Wembanyama posted 28 points, 10 rebounds and 3 blocks as the San Antonio Spurs defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 118-91 to level the Western Conference Finals at 3-3 and force a decisive Game 7; Spurs built a 20-0 run in the third quarter, with Stephon Castle and Dylan Harper contributing, while Shai Gilgeous-Alexander struggled with 15 points on poor shooting as OKC eyes a return trip to the NBA Finals against the Knicks.

via BBC|
#basketball#nba#sports
Wembanyama fuels Spurs to Game 7 with 118-91 win over Thunder
sports3 days ago

Wembanyama fuels Spurs to Game 7 with 118-91 win over Thunder

San Antonio routed Oklahoma City 118-91 in Game 6 of the Western Conference Finals to force a decisive Game 7 in OKC. Victor Wembanyama poured in 28 points and 10 rebounds as the Spurs exploded in the third quarter with a 22-0 run, while Dylan Harper added 18 and Devin Vassell 12. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder with 15 on 6-for-18 shooting. The Spurs head to Oklahoma City for the series decider.

via CBS Sports|
#nba#sports#spurs
Mitch Johnson Steers Spurs Into a New Era With Full Trust From Leadership
sports3 days ago

Mitch Johnson Steers Spurs Into a New Era With Full Trust From Leadership

Mitch Johnson, promoted to Spurs head coach in 2025 after Gregg Popovich’s departure, earned the full trust of Spurs leadership and players for his poised, people-first approach, guiding San Antonio back into title contention with a deep playoff run to the Western Conference finals and earning a West All-Star head-coach honor for 2026, all while Popovich remains a mentor as the franchise builds around young stars like Victor Wembanyama.

via Andscape|
#gregg-popovich#mitch-johnson#san-antonio-spurs
Thunder seize 3-2 West Finals lead as SGA powers comeback past Spurs
sports4 days ago

Thunder seize 3-2 West Finals lead as SGA powers comeback past Spurs

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 32 after a slow start, lifting the Oklahoma City Thunder past the San Antonio Spurs 127-114 to take a 3-2 lead in the Western Conference finals and move within one win of the NBA Finals. OKC led by 11 at halftime and opened the third with a 9-0 run, with SGA converting 16 of 17 free throws after missing his first four attempts. Jared McCain added 20 points (18 after halftime) and Alex Caruso chipped in 22 as the Thunder closed the gap in the series.

via BBC|
#nba#oklahoma-city-thunder#playoffs