Thunder's postseason reveals need for upgrades after Spurs elimination
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 1, 2026, 3:36 PM
Last updated Jun 1, 2026
The Oklahoma City Thunder's hopes ended as they were eliminated by the San Antonio Spurs in Game 7. With Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's strong performance, scoring 35 points, the team struggled due to the underwhelming contributions from Chet Holmgren and Jalen Williams. Holmgren had a particularly disappointing game, scoring just four points in 33 minutes. Following this setback, the Thunder are expected to reassess their roster, particularly the status of their so-called Big 3 as they prepare for next season.
- •Thunder eliminated by Spurs in Game 7 of the postseason
- •Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 35 points in the final game
- •Chet Holmgren struggled with only four points and two shots
- •Thunder's Big 3 questioned after disappointing postseason performances
- •Team may seek roster upgrades to compete next year
- 3:36 PMYahoo Sports — The Thunder's 'Big 3' was reduced to a Kendrick Lamar lyric this postseason
"OKC will need to upgrade it's so-called Big 3 to beat the Spurs next year.
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