Overview
- San Antonio defeated defending champion Oklahoma City 111-103 in a deciding Game 7, a win that sends the Spurs to the 2026 NBA Finals.
- Victor Wembanyama was named Western Conference Finals MVP after a 22-point, 7-rebound performance and was visibly moved after the final buzzer.
- Key role players supplied timely scoring and defense, including Julian Champagnie’s outside shooting and Luke Kornet’s late block that halted an Oklahoma City rally.
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 35 points for the Thunder but had limited help as Jalen Williams and Ajay Mitchell were sidelined by injuries for the decisive game.
- San Antonio will host the New York Knicks to open the best-of-seven Finals in early June, giving the young Spurs a short window to prepare and capitalize on their momentum.