Thunder fans see Spurs as top threat ahead of new NBA season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 20, 2026, 4:30 PM
Last updated Sep 20, 2026

A recent survey of 1,145 Oklahoma City Thunder fans reveals that 97% view the San Antonio Spurs as the biggest threat in the Western Conference. The Thunder, who had a league-best regular season record of 64-18, were eliminated by the Spurs in a thrilling 2026 Western Conference Finals that went to Game 7. With the start of the 2026-27 season approaching, fans are optimistic about the Thunder's chances despite offseason changes. The survey reflects a strong belief that the Thunder and Spurs are in a tier above the rest of the conference.
- •1,145 Thunder fans participated in the recent survey.
- •Thunder had a 64-18 record in the past regular season.
- •Spurs eliminated the Thunder in the 2026 Western Conference Finals.
- •Survey indicates a strong belief in the Thunder's title prospects.
- •Fans consider Thunder and Spurs the top teams in the West.
- 4:30 PMYahoo Sports — 2026 OKC Thunder fan survey results: Spurs viewed as top NBA threat
"2026 Oklahoma City Thunder fan survey results: San Antonio Spurs viewed as top NBA threat.
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