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On YouTubeSan Antonio Spurs News / Pounding the Rock / May 19
The historic stat that predicts a Spurs series win 
Game 1 of the 2026 Western Conference Finals between the Spurs and Thunder will go down as one of the most epic playoff games for both the Spurs and NBA — something this rivalry has had a knack for generating over the last 15 years.
NBA News / Pounding the Rock / May 19
What We Learned from the Spurs Game 1 win over the Thunder
In my life as a god-fearing, basketball-watching, Spurs-loving human being, I’m not sure I’ve ever hated a shot more than that three Victor took from the logo.
San Antonio Spurs News / AirJordanChronicles / May 19
‘The League Is HIS’: Stephen A. Smith Goes Wild Over Wembanyama’s Dominance
If you missed the opening game of the Western Conference Finals, then you have probably missed a moment that people will talk about for years. A game flipped the script on the NBA playoffs, and it all centers around Victor Wembanyama Victor Wembanyama just delivered a historic 41-point and 24-rebound performance to lead the Spurs over the Thunder.
The 'NBA steals-per-game leaders' quiz
How many of the NBA players to lead the league in steals per game since the merger (1976-77) can you name in five minutes?
Victor Wembanyama News / Trade Talk Sports / May 19
Best in the World? Victor Wembanyama Puts on a Show in Game 1 of the WCF
Game 1 of the NBA’s Western Conference Finals between the San Antonio Spurs and Oklahoma City Thunder did not disappoint—in fact, it somehow surpassed all expectations.
The best homegrown player for every NBA franchise
As an NBA fan, it hits different when a team's best player is a guy the franchise nurtured from the very start. There's a greater attachment to stars who have been there since the start, who have bled the team's colors since the start of their careers.
San Antonio Spurs News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 19
Bill Simmons sums up Spurs star Victor Wembanyama’s dominance with Thunder fan ‘strip-searched’ mic drop
The San Antonio Spurs opened the Western Conference Finals with a statement victory Monday night, and NBA analyst Bill Simmons used a memorable comparison to describe the impact Victor Wembanyama had on the crowd during the 122-115 double overtime win over the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Dylan Harper News / NBA Analysis Network / May 19
Dylan Harper had 24 points and 7 steals in his first playoff start and the Spurs stole Game 1 in OKC
San Antonio lost De’Aaron Fox to right ankle soreness before Game 1, and still walked out of Oklahoma City with a 122-115 double-overtime win because Dylan Harper gave the Spurs a full playoff starter’s line.
The most unlikely 50-point games in NBA history
If an NBA player ends a game with 30 points, that's generally a great night. 40 points is fantastic, and 50 points is an event. That's especially true when that type of scoring outburst comes from an unexpected source.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 19
Victor Wembanyama’s clutch 3-pointer compared to Stephen Curry’s ‘Double Bang’ in OKC
Victor Wembanyama saved the San Antonio Spurs from the jaws of defeat in Game 1 of the conference finals against the Oklahoma City Thunder with a gusty three-pointer with 27 seconds left in the first overtime.
San Antonio Spurs News / Total Pro Sports / May 19
Keldon Johnson Compares Victor Wembanyama’s Clutch Three to a Call of Duty Nuke
Victor Wembanyama stunned the Oklahoma City Thunder with a sensational performance. Logging in for 49 minutes, the star player exploded for 41 points to lead the San Antonio Spurs to a 122-115 victory.
San Antonio Spurs News / AirJordanChronicles / May 19
'His disappearance shocked me': Victor Wembanyama Once Revealed How Kobe Bryant Drives Him Daily
Greatness is rarely achieved in a void. Victor Wembanyama is an NBA big man who is changing the definition of the position, and he has a blueprint that was created by a Black Mamba who gave up the court in January 2020.
San Antonio Spurs News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 19
Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama in exclusive Wilt Chamberlain club after Game 1 masterclass
The San Antonio Spurs stunned the Oklahoma City Thunder 122-115 in a wild double-overtime battle, but the biggest story belonged to Victor Wembanyama. Under the bright NBA Playoffs lights, Wembanyama delivered a historic Game 1 performance that instantly placed him beside Wilt Chamberlain in the record books.
San Antonio Spurs News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 19
Bill Simmons just wants to hear announcers ‘losing their f***ing mind’ over Spurs’ Dylan Harper
It is not common to see a rookie breaking out in the playoffs, but that is exactly what Dylan Harper has done for the San Antonio Spurs. Harper has seen his numbers increase in the playoffs compared to the regular season, as Spurs coach Mitch Johnson has given the fleet-footed guard more playing time.
Victor Wembanyama News / Yardbarker / May 19
Victor Wembanyama is going viral for what he did after Spurs-Thunder Game 1
Wembanyama had a huge game against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Monday in Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals.
Alex Caruso News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 19
Spurs fans fire back at controversial timeout allegations with blatant Alex Caruso example
The San Antonio Spurs secured a thrilling double-overtime victory against the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 1 of their playoff series, but the win was overshadowed by an officiating controversy.
San Antonio Spurs News / Larry Brown Sports / May 19
Dylan Harper turns heads with a Larry Bird accomplishment
For all the talk about Victor Wembanyama, San Antonio Spurs rookie Dylan Harper is coming into his own and becoming a star amid the bright lights of the 2026 NBA Playoffs.
The 'Youngest 40-point playoff games' quiz
How many of the NBA players to score 40 points in an NBA Playoff game at least once before their 25th birthday since the NBA/ABA merger in 1976-77 can you name in six minutes?
Stephon Castle News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 19
Spurs’ Stephon Castle drops ‘hardest’ claim after 2OT win vs. Thunder
Stephon Castle is only in his second season in the NBA, but he’s having to step up his game with each passing contest as the San Antonio Spurs continue to ascend behind Victor Wembanyama’s greatness.
San Antonio Spurs News / Hoops Rumors / May 19
Spurs Optimistic De’Aaron Fox Will Be Available For Game 2
The Spurs were playing without All-Star point guard De’Aaron Fox in Monday’s thrilling Game 1 victory at Oklahoma City, but the team is optimistic he’ll be available for Game 2 of the Western Conference finals, sources tell Marc J.
San Antonio Spurs News / Yardbarker / May 19
Spurs backcourt of the future arrives early in Game 1 upset
Facing the defending champions and the two-time MVP with their starting point guard out, second-year guard Stephon Castle and rookie Dylan Harper had a big challenge in Monday's Game 1.
San Antonio Spurs News / EssentiallySports / May 19
Why The San Antonio Spurs Are The Best Bet Of The Conference Finals
It is rare in the world of sports to get the heavyweight fights we’ve been dreaming about all season. Part of me will never forgive the 2008-09 Orlando Magic for upsetting the Cleveland Cavaliers in the Eastern Conference Finals and denying us a chance to see LeBron James and Kobe Bryant battle in the NBA Finals.
San Antonio Spurs News / Fadeaway World / May 18
Spurs Roll Out Youngest Starting Lineup In NBA Conference Finals History After De’Aaron Fox Blow
The San Antonio Spurs received a major blow as De’Aaron Fox was ruled out for Game 1 of their Western Conference Finals series against the Oklahoma City Thunder.
De'Aaron Fox News / Field Level Media / May 18
Spurs PG De’Aaron Fox (ankle) sitting out Game 1 vs. Thunder
San Antonio Spurs point guard De'Aaron Fox has been ruled out of Game 1 of the Western Conference finals against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Monday night due to a sprained right ankle.
San Antonio Spurs News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 18
Spurs’ Mitch Johnson makes powerful Gregg Popovich admission before WCF
Mitch Johnson is grateful to still have coaching legend Gregg Popovich in his corner as the San Antonio Spurs approach the start of the 2026 Western Conference Finals.
San Antonio Spurs News / Yardbarker / May 18
Victor Wembanyama confident ahead of WCF clash with defending champs
The Spurs are set to take on the defending champion Thunder in the Western Conference Finals.
San Antonio Spurs News / Hoops Rumors / May 17
Spurs’ De’Aaron Fox, Luke Kornet Questionable For Game 1
The Spurs have listed starting point guard De’Aaron Fox (right ankle soreness) and backup center Luke Kornet (left foot soreness) as questionable for the opening game of the Western Conference finals, tweets Jared Weiss of The Athletic.
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