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Spurs dethrone Thunder to reach NBA Finals against Knicks

WASHINGTON - The San Antonio Spurs, sparked by superstar Victor Wembanyama, advanced to the NBA Finals by dethroning defending champion Oklahoma City 111-103 on Saturday, booking a championship showdown against New York.

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Bold Predictions for Thunder-Spurs Game 7: X-Factors for OKC Without Jalen Williams and Ajay Mitchell

The Thunder need considerable scoring from their depth pieces, while Victor Wembanyama tries to put together one more defining performance in a series already chock-full of them.

Sports Illustrated

Ranking the Thunder’s Worst Flops From the Western Conference Finals

OKC is on the verge of returning to the NBA Finals for the second season in a row.

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Victor Wembanyama’s half-court buzzer beater showcased a master in complete control

The Spurs are up against the best team in the NBA in the Western Conference finals. But their star player has enough sorcery to give them confidence

The Guardian - US

The Spurs Had Their Crowd, Their Stars and Their Moment—Then the Thunder Responded

The Thunder erased a quick 15-0 deficit to take Game 3 and control of the Western Conference finals.

Sports Illustrated

SI:AM | Isaiah Hartenstein Can’t Keep Getting Away With This

The Thunder center’s physical play held Victor Wembanyama in check, but he needs to be on a shorter leash for the rest of the series.

Sports Illustrated

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Had a Blunt Message for Teammate Jared McCain After Icing Game 2

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander came up big for the Thunder in Game 2.

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Chris Mannix: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Thunder Bounce Back But Know They Need Even More

The Thunder adjusted defensively against Victor Wembanyama to even the Western Conference finals, and now the real test begins when the series shifts to San Antonio.

Sports Illustrated

Every Angle and Image of Stephon Castle’s Poster Dunk on Isaiah Hartenstein Is Better Than the Last

Stephon Castle’s dunk on Isaiah Hartenstein will live on.

Sports Illustrated

Victor Wembanyama’s Monster Game 1 Started and Ended With His Focus on SGA’s Latest MVP Award

Wemby wants SGA’s MVP. And everything else.

Sports Illustrated

Chris Mannix: Victor Wembanyama Delivered the Defining Game of His Career

After watching Shai Gilgeous-Alexander receive the MVP trophy, the Spurs star responded with a 41-point masterpiece to steal Game 1 of the Western Conference finals in Oklahoma City.

Sports Illustrated

Wemby vs. SGA: Five Best Moments From Game 1 Instant Classic Between Spurs and Thunder

A look at the five best moments from an incredible Game 1 of the Western Conference finals between the San Antonio Spurs and Oklahoma City Thunder.

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Winners and Losers From the Second Round of the NBA Playoffs

With just four teams remaining in the NBA championship race, here’s a look back at a memorable conference semifinal round.

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Anthony Edwards Explains Controversial Decision to Congratulate Spurs' Bench Early in Wolves' Game 6 Loss

Ant dapped up San Antonio players and coaching staff with Minnesota trailing by 33 and eight minutes left in the fourth.

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The Guardian - US

‘I had to make a statement’: Wembanyama’s Spurs knock Timberwolves out of NBA playoffs

San Antonio set up a showdown with Oklahoma City, while Minnesota’s season ended with a blowout for the third year in a row

Sports Illustrated

Spurs’ Historic Comeback in Game 4 Reflects Maturity Beyond Their Years

The Spurs might be ahead of schedule but their maturity was on full display as they made history in coming back to beat the Blazers in Game 4.

The Guardian - US

Victor Wembanyama concussed after face-first fall in Spurs’ loss to Trail Blazers

The Spurs star left Game 2 against Portland after a hard fall and entered concussion protocol, casting doubt over his availability for the rest of the first-round series

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No Kon Knueppel or Cooper Flagg, but These Five Rookies Could Impact the NBA Playoffs

A look across the NBA playoff field at teams who have rookie players contributing to their success.

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Sports Illustrated

Looks Like the Spurs Are Forming Their Latest Dynasty

Victor Wembanyama & Co. have far exceeded expectations, reaching 50 wins and elite contender status quicker than many imagined possible.

Sports Illustrated

Spurs Show Playoff Mettle in Gritty Win Over Pistons

San Antonio withstands Detroit’s bruising defense as Victor Wembanyama dominates the glass and closes strong in a playoff-style battle.

AAP

Green helps down Aussie duo, extends Hornets' streak

Josh Green has bragging rights, for a few days at least, over fellow Aussies Dyson Daniels and Jock Landale after Charlotte proved too good in Atlanta.

Sports Illustrated

Defending NBA Dunk Champion Mac McClung Announces Decision for 2026 Contest

Three-time defending dunk champ Mac McClung revealed he wouldn’t be participating in this year’s NBA dunk contest.

Sports Illustrated

By Sharing the Ball, De’Aaron Fox Helped Unlock the Spurs

The guard’s willingness to guide, not dominate, has helped up-and-coming lead guards Stephon Castle and Dylan Harper flourish around Victor Wembanyama.

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Victor Wembanyama Dunked a Wild Alley-Oop Off the Glass From Stephon Castle

Victor Wembanyama throws down awesome alley-oop dunk vs. Cavaliers.

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SI:AM | The Spurs Own the Defending Champs

San Antonio has now won all three of its games this season against the Thunder.

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