Thunder Seize Series Lead
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander spearheaded the charge, dropping 32 points and dishing out 9 assists to propel the Thunder to a 127-114 victory over the Spurs, giving them a 3-2 series lead in this playoff matchup. Oklahoma City held an 11-point advantage at halftime (69-58) and managed to maintain a 10-point cushion entering the fourth quarter (101-91), despite a second-quarter surge from the Spurs where the Thunder outscored them by nine. The Thunder's bench provided significant support, contributing 40 points, with Alex Caruso adding 22 points, 6 assists, and 3 steals off the bench. Isaiah Hartenstein dominated the glass with a double-double of 12 points and 15 rebounds, aiding Oklahoma City's 48-41 rebounding advantage. For the Spurs, Stephon Castle impressed with 24 points and 6 assists, while Julian Champagnie chipped in 22 points, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Thunder's 48% field goal shooting. The Thunder now stand one win away from the Finals, leading the series 3-2.