San Antonio Spurs near NBA title, showcasing young talent and teamwork
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 2, 2026, 10:06 AM
Last updated Jun 2, 2026
The San Antonio Spurs are just four wins away from an NBA title, demonstrating their strength as a young team. With an average age of 25.06 years, they are the second-youngest team to reach the Finals in the shot clock era. Despite the attention on Victor Wembanyama, the Spurs' playoff success has involved contributions from multiple players. They defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 111-103 in Game 7 of the Western Conference finals. The Spurs are set to face the New York Knicks in the NBA Finals starting June 3.
- •San Antonio reaches the NBA Finals after defeating the Thunder in Game 7.
- •Spurs have seven players scoring in double figures in Game 7.
- •Head coach Mitch Johnson emphasizes the team's consistency and character.
- •The Spurs aim to win their first championship since 2014.
- •Victor Wembanyama faces a challenging matchup against OG Anunoby.
- 10:06 AMYahoo Sports — Have Spurs exceeded expectations? Young squad more than just Wembanyama
"Just four wins away from an NBA title, the young San Antonio Spurs are on the cusp of recasting the balance of power in the league.
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