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In a crucial Game 5, Oklahoma City moved 3-2 ahead in the series after a tremendous display from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander - but fans are adamant they are getting some luck on the court.
For roughly one quarter, the San Antonio Spurs looked completely prepared to seize control of the Western Conference Finals. Then the avalanche hit. What began as a competitive heavyweight battle quickly deteriorated into a survival exercise. The Oklahoma City Thunder unleashed a devastating second-quarter barrage that completely shattered San Antonio’s rhythm. Of course, Oklahoma City […] The post 3 Spurs most to blame for Game 5 loss to Thunder appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Although Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has been uncharacteristically inefficient during the 2026 Western Conference Finals, the two-time reigning MVP has done his part to help the Oklahoma City Thunder come within one win of their second straight NBA Finals appearance. Even when his shot is not falling and his ball security is lacking, Gilgeous-Alexander makes a valuable […] The post Thunder fans will love Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s humble reaction to Game 5 effort appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The New York Knicks received an apology from Shaquille O’Neal after reaching the NBA Finals for the first time in 27 years. O’Neal is the latest basketball personality to give the Knicks their flowers following their four-game sweep of the Cleveland Cavaliers in the Eastern Conference Finals.In an appearance on Tuesday’s episode of The Rich Eisen […] The post Shaquille O’Neal Issues Apology to Knicks, Compares Them to Title-Winning Team appeared first on HEAVY.
The San Antonio Spurs had plenty of legitimate gripes with the officiating on Tuesday during Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals. The Spurs came into the Oklahoma City Thunder’s house looking to steal a victory. But there seemed to be a lot of home cooking going on at Paycom Center in Oklahoma City, Okla. … The post Referees botched so many calls that went against the Spurs in Game 5 appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.
San Antonio Spurs head coach Mitch Johnson exploded on the sidelines of Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals after a controversial fourth-quarter moment. During the sequence, Johnson was seen signalling for a challenge from the referees after an out-of-bounds call that went the Oklahoma City Thunder’s way. The referees never gave Johnson the challenge, […] The post NBA Rule Says Spurs’ Mitch Johnson Was In The Wrong In Heated Game 5 Moment appeared first on HEAVY.
The Knicks know they’ll be in their first NBA Final in 27 years. Now they’re one Oklahoma City win away from knowing they’ll face the Thunder.
Oklahoma City Thunder Alex Caruso is shooting like a completely different player in the 2026 NBA Playoffs. Caruso has been among the most important pieces of the Thunder’s supporting cast, especially in the NBA Playoffs, and his sudden surge in outside shooting is a clear reason why. In fact, the former Texas A&M Aggies star […] The post Thunder guard Alex Caruso’s playoff stat jump on pace to make NBA history appeared first on ClutchPoints.
In Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals, Victor Wembanyama arguably had one of the best games that we’ve ever seen. He imposed his will on both offense and defense in the 2OT classic, finishing with 41 points, 24 rebounds, 3 blocks, 3 assists, and 1 steal in 49 minutes of play. And no one […] The post Why fans should worry about Victor Wembanyama after quiet Game 5 vs. Thunder appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Oklahoma City Thunder secured an all-important win, taking down the San Antonio Spurs in Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals, 127-114, on Tuesday night. The Thunder now leads 3-2 in the series and is just one win away from the NBA Finals to defend their title. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the two-time reigning Most Valuable […] The post NBA World Reacts As Thunder Dispatches Spurs To Move One Win Closer To NBA Finals appeared first on HEAVY.
Victor Wembanyama’s rough Game 5 performance brought a sharp warning as the Spurs head home needing a win to keep their season alive. The post Victor Wembanyama Hit With Blunt Message After Disappointing Game 5 appeared first on HEAVY.
The Oklahoma City Thunder were never going to be rattled despite suffering a blowout loss in Game 4 of their Western Conference Finals clash against the San Antonio Spurs. The Spurs roughed them up to the tune of a 103-82 defeat, but the Thunder, taking after the identity of their best player, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, are […] The post Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Alex Caruso steal momentum with Game 5 Thunder win appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The San Antonio Spurs and Oklahoma City Thunder have been playing a tight, back-and-forth Western Conference Finals. But in Game 5, the officiating crew became part of the story in the worst way possible.According to video posted by @Rate_the_Refs on X, referee James Capers refused to give Spurs head coach Mitch Johnson a timeout to […] The post Mitch Johnson Explodes After Spurs Get Robbed by Officials in Game 5 Vs Thunder appeared first on HEAVY.
Jared McCain’s Thunder rise is making the 76ers’ deadline trade look worse, and one blunt take captured the frustration. The post Philadelphia 76ers Get Jared McCain Reality Check After Breakout Game appeared first on HEAVY.
Fans had a blast when the NBA's official X account showed Stephon Castle walking closely behind Shai Gilgeous-Alexander after the latter's arrival inside OKC's arena.
The San Antonio Spurs are trying to steal another win in enemy territory against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Tuesday night, with each team looking to take a pivotal 3-2 series lead in the Western Conference Finalsa. Every call counts for both teams, so it was understandable that San Antonio head coach Mitch Johnson had […] The post Spurs’ Mitch Johnson loses his mind after Thunder get beneficial out of bounds call appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Oklahoma City Thunder centerpiece Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has not donned the cape much during the 2026 Western Conference Finals, as the San Antonio Spurs continue to make a concentrated effort to wear down the two-time regular season MVP. A superhero can still prevail when they are not at their best, though. When the arsenal is running […] The post Thunder’s Shai Gilgeous-Alexander sets playoff high-water mark in Game 5 vs. Spurs appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Things are becoming chippier and more personal between the San Antonio Spurs and Oklahoma City Thunder the deeper the 2026 Western Conference Finals has gone. In Games 3 and 4, with the Thunder visiting the Spurs in Frost Bank Center, Spurs fans were up in arms every time Shai Gilgeous-Alexander made his customary trip to […] The post Watch Thunder’s Jaylin Williams stare down Victor Wembanyama after Game 5 3-pointer appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The Oklahoma City Thunder have been dealing with injuries in their series against the San Antonio Spurs. They came into both Game 4 and 5 without two of their key starters, Jalen Williams and Ajay Mitchell. Now, one of their key bench pieces might have suffered an injury: Alex Caruso. Caruso seemingly rolled his ankle […] The post Thunder’s Alex Caruso suffers scary ankle roll during Game 5 vs. Spurs appeared first on ClutchPoints.
The San Antonio Spurs and Oklahoma City Thunder are locked in a Game 5 battle with the series tied at 2. Throughout their two-year run, the Thunder and star guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander have been accused of flopping by everyone. So when Spurs star Victor Wembanyama went to the foul line, the Thunder fans took their […] The post OKC fans hit Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama with typical SGA insult at free throw line appeared first on ClutchPoints.
t won’t be until either Thursday or Saturday night that the Knicks will learn whether they are playing the Thunder or Spurs in the Finals.
This year's Oklahoma City Thunder vs. San Antonio Spurs series is exactly why the future of the NBA is in great hands. It all comes down to Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Victor Wembanyama.
The stakes are extremely high in the NBA Western Conference Finals. On Tuesday, the San Antonio Spurs and Oklahoma City Thunder squared off in Game 5 with the series tied at two. As a result, fans will go to extravagant lengths to ensure their team wins. That was the case for a pair of “nuns” […] The post Fake nuns show up at huge Spurs-Thunder WCF Game 5 appeared first on ClutchPoints.
Spurs vs. Thunder starting lineups and depth charts for tonight's Game 5.
