Spurs ranked sixth in starting five despite NBA Finals run
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 29, 2026, 11:16 AM
Last updated Jul 29, 2026
The San Antonio Spurs are ranked sixth among NBA starting lineups by Bleacher Report, following their successful run to the NBA Finals. Critics point out that this ranking is low given the Spurs defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder in the Western Conference Finals, showcasing their young talent, particularly Victor Wembanyama. Concerns have been raised about other teams ranked above them that have yet to establish chemistry. As the 2026-27 season approaches, the Spurs are focused on competing for another championship rather than seeking validation from rankings.
- •Spurs are ranked sixth in NBA starting lineups.
- •They reached the NBA Finals and defeated Oklahoma City in the playoffs.
- •Victor Wembanyama is a key player in their lineup.
- •Other teams above them in rankings lack established chemistry.
- •Spurs aim for another championship run this season.
- 11:16 AMYahoo Sports — Spurs Disrespected in Starting Five Rankings After NBA Finals Run
"Despite a stunning Finals run and a victory over the Thunder in the Western Conference Finals, San Antonio slides to sixth as new superteams and unproven chemistry overshadow Victor Wembanyama’s rising dominance.
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