The Oklahoma City big man was notably more aggressive than in previous games helping OKC dominate the paint battle against San Antonio.
Year: 2026
Victor Wembanyama Limited to 20 Points by Hartenstein in Worst Game of Series
OKC centre Isaiah Hartenstein served as the primary defender on Wembanyama limiting the Spurs star who shot just 27 percent with Hartenstein guarding him.
Jared McCain Makes First Career Playoff Start as Thunder Win Game 5 Against Spurs
The February trade deadline acquisition from the 76ers scored 20 points with three 3-pointers starting in place of injured Williams and Mitchell.
SGA Posts Highest-Scoring Game of Series in Game 5 With 32 Points and 9 Assists
Gilgeous-Alexander delivered his best performance of the West Finals as OKC’s defence held Wembanyama to 20 points with a minus-8 plus-minus.
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Port Sudan Explosion Photos Misused to Falsely Claim Iran Hit US Military Base in Djibouti
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Trump Cabinet Meeting Claims About US Economy Debunked as Misleading or False
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