NBA playoffs 2026: Live updates from Spurs-Thunder Game 5
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Key Points:
- The Western Conference finals shift to Oklahoma City for a crucial Game 5 between the Thunder and Spurs, with the series tied 2-2.
- San Antonio leveled the series with a dominant 103-82 win, led by Victor Wembanyama's 33 points, eight rebounds, and five assists, marking a historic postseason performance.
- Oklahoma City struggled offensively, scoring their fewest points since December 2021, with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander limited to 19 points and ending his streak of nine straight 20-point road playoff games.
- Historically, the winner of a Game 5 in a tied 2-2 best-of-7 series advances to the NBA Finals 82% of the time, adding significant weight to Tuesday's matchup.
- Fans and analysts are closely watching Game 5, as it could be decisive in determining which team moves on to the NBA Finals.