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Wembanyama’s 33 Points and Spurs’ Defense Tie West Final at 2-2

Rotation changes with longer Wembanyama minutes fuel San Antonio's momentum ahead of Game 5 in Oklahoma City.

Overview

  • The Spurs defeated the Thunder 103-82 on Sunday to even the Western Conference finals at two games apiece.
  • Victor Wembanyama scored 33 points, grabbed eight rebounds, dished five assists and had three blocks while playing 31 minutes.
  • San Antonio’s team defense held Oklahoma City to 33 percent shooting and just six three-pointers on 33 attempts, limiting the Thunder to their lowest point total since December 2021.
  • Coaches kept Wembanyama on the floor longer as a tactical change to sustain defensive intensity, a minutes-management approach the Spurs say is aimed at preserving him over a long series.
  • The win snapped the Thunder’s road playoff unbeaten streak and gives San Antonio’s young roster momentum as they chase a first trip to the NBA Finals since 2014, with Game 5 set for Tuesday in Oklahoma City.