NBA Playoffs: The Spurs and Thunder Rewrite the Narrative of Modern Basketball
The NBA playoffs have reached a crescendo that feels like a living laboratory for basketball evolution, with the Spurs and Thunder leading a new era of play.
May 26, 2026
Person
Mitch Johnson
Latest Slidescroller coverage mentioning Mitch Johnson across Basketball.
Spurs Rally Behind Popovich’s Locker‑Room Challenge to Even Series with Thunder
After a disappointing Game 3, Gregg Popovich’s locker‑room address ignited the San Antonio Spurs, leading to a standout showing by Victor Wembanyama and strategic defensive changes that forced a 2‑2 series tie. Game 5 is set for Tuesday night in Oklahoma City, broadcast on NBC and Peacock.
May 26, 2026
Spurs and Thunder Battle to a Chess‑Like Stalemate in West Finals
With the series tied 2‑2, the Spurs and Thunder prepare for a decisive Game 5 that promises a clash of tactics, history, and unexpected moments.
May 25, 2026
Spurs Level Western Conference Finals with Wembanyama’s 33-Point Masterclass
Victor Wembanyama delivered 33 points, eight rebounds, five assists and three blocks as the San Antonio Spurs evened the Western Conference Finals at 2‑2, while the Oklahoma City Thunder aim to defend their title.
May 25, 2026
Spurs Even Series Against Thunder Behind Wembanyama’s All‑Around Masterclass
In a dominant 103‑82 win, the San Antonio Spurs tied the Western Conference finals at 2‑2, with Victor Wembanyama delivering a rare blend of scoring, playmaking and defense that left the Thunder scrambling.
May 25, 2026
Spurs Even Series Against Thunder in Western Finals
The San Antonio Spurs forced a turnaround in the Western Conference finals, posting a 103-82 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 4 to knot the series at 2-2. Wembanyama's all‑around effort, highlighted by a first‑team All‑NBA nod, overshadowed a Thunder offense that managed a season‑low point total while turning the ball over 20 times. The next showdown arrives Tuesday in Oklahoma City, where the stakes will be even higher.
May 25, 2026
Spurs Eye 2‑0 Lead as Wembanyama Poised for Historic Game 2
Victor Wembanyama's miracle shot in Game 1 sparked a Spurs victory, and the team now aims to build on that momentum in a pivotal Game 2 against the Thunder.
May 21, 2026
Spurs Edge Thunder in Double‑Overtime Thriller
The San Antonio Spurs survived a grueling double‑overtime test to take a 1‑0 lead over the Oklahoma Thunder, setting the stage for a potential marathon Game 2.
May 20, 2026
Thrilling Overtime Victories Shape NBA Conference Finals
Game 1 of the Western and Eastern Conference finals went to overtime, featuring stunning comebacks and dominant displays by rising stars.
May 20, 2026
NBA Conference Finals Open with Thrilling Overtime Victories
Victor Wembanyama's 41-point performance and Jalen Brunson's late surge turned the opening games of the conference finals into overtime spectacles, setting a dramatic tone for the series.
May 20, 2026
NBA Conference Finals Kick Off with Overtime Thrillers
The opening games of the NBA conference finals delivered a double dose of drama, each stretching into overtime and rewriting early‑season narratives.
May 20, 2026
Conference Finals Open with Overtime Thrills
The first games of the NBA conference finals delivered overtime excitement, historic comebacks and standout performances that set the tone for a potentially epic series.
May 20, 2026
Spurs’ Starter Heavy Load Raises Questions After Game 1 Thriller
The Spurs edged the Thunder in a marathon Game 1, but the heavy minutes logged by their starters and the absence of De'Aaron Fox raise questions about sustainability.
May 19, 2026
Wembanyama’s Historic 41‑Point, 24‑Rebound Night Powers Spurs Past Thunder in Double Overtime
Victor Wembanyama delivered a 41‑point, 24‑rebound performance that placed him among NBA legends, while the Spurs’ defense stifled Oklahoma City and rookie Dylan Harper announced his arrival on the biggest stage.
May 19, 2026
Wembanyama’s Historic Double‑Overtime Heroics Power Spurs Past Thunder
Victor Wembanyama delivered a career‑best performance, logging 41 points and 24 rebounds in 49 minutes as the Spurs edged the Oklahoma City Thunder 122‑115 in Game 1 of the Western Conference finals.
May 19, 2026
Spurs’ Youthful Surge Powers Western Conference Finals Run
The San Antonio Spurs, bolstered by high‑profile draft picks and a veteran addition, are poised to capture the Western Conference title as they prepare for Game 1 against the Thunder.
May 16, 2026