Spurs secure NBA Finals spot after Game 7 win over Thunder
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: May 31, 2026, 6:30 PM
Last updated May 31, 2026
The San Antonio Spurs advanced to the NBA Finals with a Game 7 victory against the Oklahoma City Thunder on Saturday evening. Victor Wembanyama led the Spurs in scoring with 22 points, showcasing his defensive skills. Former player Jamal Crawford revealed comments from head coach Gregg Popovich about Wembanyama's unique talent and the team's earlier struggles to utilize him effectively. The Spurs will face the New York Knicks in the Finals, with Game 1 scheduled for Wednesday in San Antonio.
- •Spurs win Game 7 against Thunder to reach the NBA Finals.
- •Victor Wembanyama scores 22 points in the decisive game.
- •Jamal Crawford shares Popovich's early challenges in utilizing Wembanyama.
- •The Spurs have retooled their roster around Wembanyama in recent years.
- •Game 1 of the NBA Finals is set for Wednesday against the Knicks.
- 6:30 PMYahoo Sports — Jamal Crawford Shares Gregg Popovich’s Victor Wembanyama Confession That Changed Everything
"The San Antonio Spurs made it to the NBA Finals with a thrilling Game 7 victory over the Oklahoma City […]
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