Lindy Waters III reaches NBA Finals with Spurs, eliminating Thunder
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 10:45 AM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
Lindy Waters III has advanced to the NBA Finals with the San Antonio Spurs, eliminating the Oklahoma City Thunder in the Western Conference Finals. Waters, who grew up a Thunder fan and briefly played for the team, reflected on his journey after the Spurs secured their spot. He made his mark as a crucial role player, helping the Spurs overcome OKC in a challenging series. Waters has made nine playoff appearances and now faces a chance at an NBA championship in the finals.
- •Waters displayed nostalgia for his Thunder days after the series conclusion.
- •He has nine playoff appearances, three against the Thunder this postseason.
- •Waters signed with the Spurs after playing for the Thunder and other teams.
- •The Spurs eliminated the Thunder in the Western Conference Finals.
- •Waters averaged 2.4 points in the regular season, contributing in key moments.
- 10:45 AMYahoo Sports — Lindy Waters III, once a Thunder fan and player, ousts OKC with Spurs to make NBA Finals
"With nine playoff appearances, Lindy Waters III is in the NBA Finals at the Thunder’s expense.
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