Wembanyama's dominant Game 1 lifts Spurs over Thunder
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Oklahoma City. On Monday night, the San Antonio Spurs defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 122-115 in double overtime in Game 1 of the Western Conference finals at Paycom Center on May 18, 2026; Victor Wembanyama scored 41 points and collected 24 rebounds while Alex Caruso scored 31 points for Oklahoma City.
The result left the Spurs with a 1-0 series lead and intensified discussions about Wembanyama's rising valuation and potential long-term contract; coaches and players from both teams provided postgame comments on recovery and tactical adjustments as they prepared for Game 2 later this week.
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Timeline
- 1. Prior seasons: Wembanyama established franchise-level expectations across his first three NBA seasons.
- 2. May 18, 2026: Game 1 at Paycom Center — Spurs beat Thunder 122-115 in double overtime.
- 3. May 18, 2026: Wembanyama recorded 41 points and 24 rebounds; Caruso scored 31 points.
- 4. May 19, 2026: Media coverage highlighted performance metrics and contract speculation including >$300M projections.
- 5. Following Game 1: Both teams issued recovery plans and planned tactical adjustments for Game 2.
Why it matters
Victor Wembanyama's stellar performance has the NBA buzzing. If you're a Spurs fan, this could mean a promising playoff run. For sports investors, his rising valuation could signal a lucrative opportunity. Keep an eye on the contract talks.
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