Spurs win West after a tense Game 7 in Oklahoma City, beating the Thunder 111-103 and reaching the NBA Finals for the first time since 2014, as noted by the Baltimore Chronicle via NBA.
Wembanyama turns pressure into control
Victor Wembanyama scored 22 points and became the face of a San Antonio comeback season. The Spurs opened the Western Conference finals with a road win. They closed it the same way.
“This feeling, I can’t explain it,” Wembanyama said after the game.
Julian Champagnie added 20 points, with 18 coming from 3-pointers. Stephon Castle scored 16, while De’Aaron Fox finished with 15. San Antonio had balance, calm and enough depth to survive the Thunder’s final push.
Thunder lose crown despite Gilgeous-Alexander’s 35
Oklahoma City fought back several times. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 35 points and 9 assists, but the defending champions could not complete the rally.
The fourth quarter changed on one defensive play. Luke Kornet blocked Isaiah Hartenstein at the rim, stopping a fast break that could have cut the lead to 4. Kornet barely filled the box score, but his block became a defining moment.
The Thunder also missed Jalen Williams, who was out with a hamstring injury. In a Game 7, one absence can change the rhythm of an entire season.
Key moments that decided Game 7
San Antonio led 80-77 entering the fourth quarter. Unlike earlier games in the series, this one stayed tight until late. The Spurs then showed why their young roster is already built for May and June.
Important factors shaped the result:
- Victor Wembanyama gave San Antonio a reliable scoring base.
- Julian Champagnie punished Oklahoma City from deep.
- Luke Kornet delivered the biggest defensive play.
- The Thunder lacked late energy without Jalen Williams.
- San Antonio won 8 of 12 meetings against Oklahoma City this season.
After that, the Spurs did not let the game slip. They stayed composed, moved the ball and forced Oklahoma City into difficult possessions.
Game 7 numbers
| Team | Final score | Top scorer | Key detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Antonio Spurs | 111 | Victor Wembanyama, 22 | First NBA Finals since 2014 |
| Oklahoma City Thunder | 103 | Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, 35 | Defending champions eliminated |
San Antonio will host the New York Knicks in Game 1 on Wednesday night. Wembanyama made the mood clear after the win: “We’re not done.”
NBA Finals stage is set
The Spurs are no longer just a promising project. They are 4 wins from a title. Their rise has been fast, sharp and ruthless.
For the NBA, the streak continues. For the 8th straight season, the league will have a new champion.
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