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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder over the Spurs to even the Western Conference Finals 1-1 on Wednesday night.<\/p>\n
The Oklahoma City Thunder took the lead late in the first quarter and held it for most of the game, fending off a spirited effort from the San Antonio Spurs to even the Western Conference Finals 1-1 with a 122-113<\/a> win.<\/p>\n Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (30 pts, 9 ast) led the way, knocking down a jumper to seal it in the waning moments and telling his teammates to calm down. The Kia MVP was the man late.<\/p>\n Victor Wembanyama (21 pts, 17 reb, 6 ast, 4 blk) and Stephon Castle (25 pts, 5 reb, 8 ast) battled for the Spurs. But Castle\u2019s nine turnovers, part of 21 on the whole for San Antonio, were costly.<\/p>\n What we know about Wednesday\u2019s game:<\/p>\n Postgame Presser: Spurs-Thunder<\/a> MAY 20, 2026 \/ 11:28 ET<\/p>\n One time for Shai Gilgeous-Alexander<\/p>\n SGA STARRED IN GAME 2!<\/p>\n \u26c8\ufe0f 30 PTS THUNDER EVEN THE SERIES AT 1-1 IN THE WEST FINALS \ud83c\udf7f pic.twitter.com\/z73lxk6vLz<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 NBA (@NBA) May 21, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n MAY 20, 2026 \/ 11:18 ET<\/p>\n Postgame Presser: Spurs-Thunder<\/p>\n LIVE: Spurs\/Thunder Game 2 Postgame Presser<\/p>\n NBA Conference Finals presented by @Google<\/a> https:\/\/t.co\/UQACm8yizX<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 NBA (@NBA) May 21, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n MAY 20, 2026 \/ 11:06 ET<\/p>\n Thunder win 122-113<\/p>\n The Thunder were not to be denied tonight, using a pressure defense and timely shooting to even this series at 1-1.<\/p>\n Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (30 pts, 9 ast) starred for OKC, leading seven players in double figures. Alex Caruso (17 pts on 7 shots, 3 3PM) was the second-leading scorer. Isaiah Hartenstein (10 pts, 13 reb) played 27 minutes in the contest, up from 12 in Game 1.<\/p>\n \u201cThe guys brought it tonight, knowing what it would have meant if we lost this one. We brought the energy from the jump,\u201d said Gilgeous-Alexander.<\/p>\n Victor Wembanyama (21 pts, 17 reb, 6 ast, 4 blk) and Stephon Castle (25 pts, 5 reb, 8 ast) battled for the Spurs.<\/p>\n The Thunder earned a 27-10 advantage in points off turnovers by forcing 21 turnovers from San Antonio. With that, along with their effort and intensity, they showed the mettle of defending champions.<\/p>\n \u201cI just thought the overall flow, rhythm, was really good,\u201d said Mark Daigneault.<\/p>\n MAY 20, 2026 \/ 11:01 ET<\/p>\n \u2018This is just a battle of wills, every single possession\u2019<\/p>\n 118-113 Thunder with 1:01 remaining, as both teams grind to the finish, prompting Jamal Crawford\u2019s amazed remark.<\/p>\n The Spurs have battled throughout the period, led by Victor Wembanyama (21 pts, 17 reb, 6 ast) and Stephon Castle (25 pts, 5 reb, 8 ast).<\/p>\n But the Thunder have kept control, led by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (30 pts on 24 shots) and a deep supporting cast, including Isaiah Hartenstein (10 pts, 13 reb) and Alex Caruso (17 pts, 3 3PM).<\/p>\n \u201cThe champs have answered the bell,\u201d said Reggie Miller.<\/p>\n MAY 20, 2026 \/ 10:54 ET<\/p>\n \u2018Oh my goodness\u2019<\/p>\n Jamal Crawford chuckled after Keldon Johnson (10 pts, 4 reb) knocked down a corner 3-pointer to cut the Thunder lead to 114-108 with 3:17 remaining.<\/p>\n The reigning Kia Sixth Man of the Year and Olympic gold medalist has stepped up here as the Spurs have flagged, giving them a burst of life.<\/p>\n MAY 20, 2026 \/ 10:44 ET<\/p>\n Thunder surging with an 11-0 run<\/p>\n 109-97 with 6:56 to go, as Isaiah Hartenstein (8 pts, 6 reb) holds off Victor Wembanyama for an offensive rebound and knocks down two free throws after being fouled in the scrum.<\/p>\n The Spurs are running out of energy. Jordan McLaughlin is back in, but Keldon Johnson (5 pts on 10 shots, -17) is struggling, shrinking their already-limited pool of options.<\/p>\n MAY 20, 2026 \/ 10:35 ET<\/p>\n Spurs cut it to two<\/p>\n Harrison Barnes (5 pts) just knocked down a 3-pointer over Alex Caruso to cap a 9-3 start to the quarter for the Spurs, who are down 99-97 with 9:05 to go in the game.<\/p>\n With Dylan Harper and De\u2019Aaron Fox out, Mitch Johnson is looking for minutes from Barnes and Keldon Johnson. Mark Daigneault has stuck with Isaiah Hartenstein, who is wearing on Victor Wembanyama and forcing more outside shots than post touches.<\/p>\n The Thunder have 23 points off 18 Spurs turnovers, which could prove pivotal as this high-intensity contest speeds to a conclusion.<\/p>\n MAY 20, 2026 \/ 10:27 ET<\/p>\n Thunder lead 96-88 after three<\/p>\n Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (24 pts, 9 in the quarter) put his stamp on the final few possessions of the period, pulling up in the lane for another midrange jumper, then finding Jared McCain (6 pts) for an open 3-pointer.<\/p>\n Shai Gilgeous-Alexander\u2019s shot chart through three quarters.<\/p>\n Alex Caruso (13 pts) has been a factor again, while Chet Holmgren (12 pts) had his best quarter of the series. Ajay Mitchell (8 pts) is a team-high +21.<\/p>\n Dylan Harper has injured his right leg and will miss the remainder of the contest.<\/p>\n MAY 20, 2026 \/ 10:24 ET<\/p>\n Thunder up<\/p>\n 91-84 with 1:30 to go in the third quarter.<\/p>\n Chet Holmgren (12 pts) has seven in the period, including back-to-back dunks, while the Spurs\u2019 role players are stepping up to keep it close.<\/p>\n Jordan McLaughlin (6 pts) hit another 3-pointer and Harrison Barnes added his first points of the series.<\/p>\n MAY 20, 2026 \/ 10:14 ET<\/p>\n Alien sighting<\/p>\n Who does this?!<\/p>\n WEMBY GRABS HIS OWN MISS AND SLAMS IT HOME \ud83d\udc7d<\/p>\n A big-time play in Game 2! pic.twitter.com\/i8OoJmkPnd<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 NBA (@NBA) May 21, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n MAY 20, 2026 \/ 10:07 ET<\/p>\n Spurs rally in the third<\/p>\n We\u2019re tied at 66 with 8:04 remaining in the third quarter, as Victor Wembanyama (15 pts, 8 reb) knocked down two 3-pointers.<\/p>\n Jalen Williams is out for the remainder of the contest with hamstring tightness, while Isaiah Hartenstein\u2019s picked up his fourth foul. The Thunder have turned to Jaylin Williams, who adds shooting and offensive creativity.<\/p>\n MAY 20, 2026 \/ 9:43 ET<\/p>\n Thunder lead 62-51 at the half<\/p>\n OKC controlled the second quarter 31-20, opening up a double-digit lead over San Antonio at intermission in the Paycom Center.<\/p>\n Isaiah Hartenstein has limited Victor Wembanyama (7 pts, 5 reb, 2 ast) so far, especially compared to his gargantuan Game 1 effort.<\/p>\n \u201cThey\u2019re a great team \u2014 they\u2019re a great defensive team,\u201d said Hartenstein. \u201cWe\u2019ve just got to make sure we\u2019re doing our thing.\u201d<\/p>\n Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (15 pts on 11 shots, 5 ast) has found spots to get open in the midrange, probing and fading away to put up jumpers. He hasn\u2019t attempted a 3-pointer, but is 3-of-3 from the line. The reigning Kia MVP is +10 so far tonight, after being -15 at the half in Game 1.<\/p>\n The Thunder forced 13 turnovers in the first half, earning a 16-5 lead in points off turnovers.<\/p>\n OKC also has a 28-10 lead in bench points \u2014 Cason Wallace (9 pts, 3-of-4 3PA) has been a standout in 10 minutes.<\/p>\n MAY 20, 2026 \/ 9:35 ET<\/p>\n Hartenstein on Wemby<\/p>\n Isaiah Hartenstein has held Victor Wembanyama (5 pts) to just three shot attempts so far tonight. His strength is making it difficult for The Alien to find space to drive and finish around the rim.<\/p>\n After avoiding the matchup in Game 1, Mark Daigneault has gone to it here with success.<\/p>\n MAY 20, 2026 \/ 9:29 ET<\/p>\n \u2018Can we catch our breath?\u2019<\/p>\n Asked Reggie Miller as we headed to break with the Thunder up 56-47 with 2:39 to go in the half, following a frenetic few minutes of basketball.<\/p>\n These teams are playing physically \u2014 lots of contact, bodies hitting the floor and aggressive drives. Luke Kornet may not be able to survive in this series \u2014 his lateral quickness is under attack.<\/p>\n Stephon Castle (16 pts) has steadied the Spurs, while Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (13 pts, 5 ast) is battling his way to success for the Thunder.<\/p>\n OKC is up to 6-of-13 (46.2%) from 3-point range, while the Spurs have slipped to 5-of-13 (38.5%).<\/p>\n MAY 20, 2026 \/ 9:18 ET<\/p>\n Castle detonates!<\/p>\n What a poster from the Spurs\u2019 point guard! Cocked it back with one hand and threw it down over Isaiah Hartenstein.<\/p>\n A 116.9 on the Dunk Score scale.<\/p>\n STEPHON CASTLE, OH MY GOODNESS \ud83e\udd2f<\/p>\n A MONSTER POSTER SLAM! https:\/\/t.co\/ocRp6Jhhhu<\/a> pic.twitter.com\/G4v5cxUVqN<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 NBA (@NBA) May 21, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n MAY 20, 2026 \/ 9:16 ET<\/p>\n The Thunder guards strike<\/p>\n 43-37 Thunder with 8:45 to go in the second period.<\/p>\n Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (9 pts, 4 ast) and Alex Caruso (7 pts on 2 shots) have all of the Thunder\u2019s 12 points in the period.<\/p>\n Mitch Johnson tried veteran guard Jordan McLaughlin, to limited avail.<\/p>\n MAY 20, 2026 \/ 9:07 ET<\/p>\n Tied after one<\/p>\n 31-all, as the Thunder and Spurs combine for 13 lead changes and five ties in the first quarter.<\/p>\n We\u2019ve picked up right where we left off emotionally, but, as Reggie Miller noted, these teams are tired. The Thunder have more depth, especially with De\u2019Aaron Fox out \u2014 we\u2019ll see if the Spurs can keep their legs throughout the game.<\/p>\n Stephon Castle (8 pts, 3 reb) is the top scorer for the Spurs, while Lu Dort (6 pts) leads the nine Thunder who have scored.<\/p>\n Castle swishes the tough floater \ud83e\udd2f<\/p>\n He’s got 8 PTS in Q1 of Game 2! pic.twitter.com\/qXoyGh5xwZ<\/a><\/p>\n \u2014 NBA (@NBA) May 21, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n Oklahoma City\u2019s shooting 60% from the field, while San Antonio\u2019s at 45%. But the Spurs are 5-of-10 (50%) from 3-point range, evening matters.<\/p>\n It\u2019s a good one on NBC and Peacock!<\/p>\n MAY 20, 2026 \/ 9:02 ET<\/p>\n Wembanyama re-enters game; Thunder find intensity<\/p>\n 25-all with 1:24 to go in the first quarter. Chet Holmgren, who just knocked down a game-tying 3-pointer, is now matched up with Victor Wembanyama.<\/p>\n Keep an eye on Jared McCain (3 pts, 2 ast) \u2014 the Duke product is playing with fire in his belly so far in this series, going at the Spurs\u2019 young guards.<\/p>\n MAY 20, 2026 \/ 8:50 ET<\/p>\n The first subs<\/p>\n The Thunder have substituted in Jaylin Williams and Alex Caruso, removing Isaiah Hartenstein and Chet Holmgren. The Spurs have put in Luke Kornet and Keldon Johnson, removing Victor Wembanyama and Julian Champagnie.<\/p>\n J-Will immediately hit a 3-pointer. He was effective in the regular season against the Spurs, posting a pair of double-doubles.<\/p>\n On the next possession, the Thunder put in Ajay Mitchell and Jared McCain, removing Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Jalen Williams, while the Spurs swapped Carter Bryant for Dylan Harper.<\/p>\n Interesting to see SGA take a rest early \u2014 maybe avoiding the wear-and-tear of Bryant, who had solid pressure defense in Game 1?<\/p>\n 14-all with 6:13 to go in the first.<\/p>\n MAY 20, 2026 \/ 8:42 ET<\/p>\n Dylan Harper on the attack<\/p>\n 10-9 Spurs with 8:59 to go in the first, as Dylan Harper slashes to the rim, bumping Lu Dort out of the way for the finish.<\/p>\n It\u2019s hard to do that to the stout-bodied Dort \u2014 the rook has real athletic ability.<\/p>\n On the other side, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (4 pts) has found his touch in the midrange early, fading away from Stephon Castle to stick a few jump shots.<\/p>\n They\u2019ve been tough, contested looks, but SGA can make those look easy.<\/p>\n MAY 20, 2026 \/ 8:15 ET<\/p>\n Your Kia All-Rookie teams<\/p>\n The 2025-26 @Kia<\/a> NBA All-Rookie First Team!<\/p>\n Cedric Coward \u2014 NBA (@NBA) May 21, 2026<\/a><\/p>\n The 2025-26 @Kia<\/a> NBA All-Rookie Second Team!<\/p>\n Ace Bailey
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