The San Antonio Spurs forced a decisive Game 7 in the Western Conference Finals by defeating the Oklahoma City Thunder in a Game 6 blowout on Thursday night, May 28, 2026, in San Antonio, tying the series at 3-3.
San Antonio bounced back from a 127-114 loss in Game 5, where Victor Wembanyama was limited to a series-low 20 points after shooting 4-for-15 from the floor and missing all five of his three-point attempts.
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Oklahoma City failed to close out the series on the road despite the return of guard Jalen Williams, who played 10 minutes off the bench after missing the previous three games due to left hamstring strain management.
Wembanyama's Role Key for Spurs
Spurs coach Mitch Johnson discussed Wembanyama's offensive responsibilities following the Game 5 defeat, noting that the team needed more aggression from their star player.
"He's got to take more than 15 shots, even with the free throws," said Mitch Johnson, Spurs coach.
"He's going to have to score more than 20 points, for sure. ...
OKC did a good job. We've got to do a better job."
San Antonio guard Stephon Castle noted that the defensive attention drawn by Wembanyama could create scoring opportunities for the rest of the roster.
"I think they sent so many bodies towards him, it's hard at times," said Stephon Castle, Spurs guard.
"I think he just wants to make the right play and wants to win. ...
