San Antonio levels the series against Oklahoma City thanks to Wembanyama's 33 points. The San Antonio Spurs confidently defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 103-82, tying the series. Victor Wembanyama scored 33 points and was the key player of the game. The next match will take place in Oklahoma on May 27.
The San Antonio Spurs evened the Western Conference Finals series by crushing the Oklahoma City Thunder 103-82 on their home court. The star of the night was Victor Wembanyama, who posted 33 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists, and 3 blocks. Thanks to his performance, the Spurs not only avenged their previous loss, but also held their opponents to one of their lowest playoff scoring totals.
The game was played at Frost Bank Center in San Antonio in front of a sold-out crowd of 19,405. From the very start, the hosts imposed tough defense, denying the Thunder their usual offensive rhythm. As a result, Oklahoma City finished with 82 points—its second-worst showing of the current postseason. The Spurs, meanwhile, improved their home record to 32 wins and 8 losses, while the Thunder suffered just their 10th road defeat.
Wembanyama's versatility was decisive: he dominated offensively and repeatedly disrupted the opponent's attacks at the rim. Support from teammates and well-orchestrated team play allowed San Antonio to control the game almost start to finish. The series is now tied at 2-2, and the battle for a spot in the finals continues.
The next game will take place on May 27 in Oklahoma City, where the series lead will be decided. Other major playoff series have had their share of surprises as well: for instance, Alianza Lima recently clinched the Apertura championship early with a convincing victory—read more on this in the article about Alianza Lima's early triumph.
For reference: the Spurs and Thunder are among the most consistent teams in recent years in the NBA. San Antonio traditionally relies on strong defense and developing young players, while Oklahoma City is known for its aggressive style and rapid roster changes. The Western Conference Finals this season drew particular attention thanks to the emergence of new stars and unexpected results. The winner of the series will have a chance to compete for the league’s main trophy in the NBA Finals.
