Thunder reclaim West Finals lead with Game 5 win
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Oklahoma City — The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the San Antonio Spurs 127-114 on Tuesday in Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals, taking a 3-2 series lead. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored at least 30 points for the second time in the series, while Chet Holmgren and Isaiah Hartenstein contributed on both ends.
The result hands momentum to the defending champions and forces the Spurs into a must-win Game 6 on Thursday in San Antonio; Victor Wembanyama was limited to a series-low 20 points on 4-of-15 shooting, and coaches noted adjustments and lineup changes that impacted both teams' approaches heading into the next matchup.
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Timeline
- 1. Regular season ended and playoffs advanced to Western Conference Finals between Thunder and Spurs.
- 2. The series was tied 2-2 entering Game 5.
- 3. Tuesday: Thunder defeated Spurs 127-114 in Game 5, gaining a 3-2 lead.
- 4. Key performances: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 30-plus; Wembanyama shot 4-of-15 for 20 points.
- 5. Thursday: Game 6 scheduled in San Antonio with Spurs facing elimination.
Why it matters
If you're a basketball fan, this is a pivotal moment in the Western Conference Finals. The Thunder's win puts the Spurs on the brink of elimination. If you're rooting for the Spurs, they'll need all the support they can get in Game 6.
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