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Oklahoma City: Spurs defeat Thunder, reach NBA Finals
PUBLISHED May 31, 2026, 6:17 AM ET
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In Oklahoma City on Sunday, the San Antonio Spurs defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 111-103 in Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals to secure a place in the 2026 NBA Finals. Victor Wembanyama, who has been central to postseason discussions, was named Western Conference Finals MVP after leading a decisive fourth-quarter surge. The tightly contested game saw frequent momentum swings before the Spurs’ defense and Wembanyama’s interior presence closed out the defending champions. San Antonio now advances to face the New York Knicks in a rematch of the 1999 NBA Finals, with significant national attention expected on the upcoming series.
By Michael Grant | JQJO News
Timeline of Events
- 1999 Spurs defeat Knicks in Finals rematch
- This postseason Wembanyama dominates playoff discourse
- Earlier in series Thunder force deciding Game 7
- Sunday Game 7 held in Oklahoma City
- Sunday Spurs beat Thunder 111-103 away
- Sunday Wembanyama named West Finals MVP
- After Game 7 Thunder title defense ends
- Next Spurs prepare to face New York Knicks
News Intelligence
- The Spurs' victory over the Thunder is a big deal for basketball fans. It's a rematch of the 1999 NBA Finals, with the Spurs facing the Knicks. If you're a fan of either team, it's time to show your support. And if you're a basketball enthusiast, this is a series you won't want to miss.
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