Victor Wembanyama, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander clash on NBA opening night
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 21, 2026, 3:28 AM
Last updated Oct 21, 2026
The San Antonio Spurs host the Oklahoma City Thunder in the 2026-27 NBA season opener. At halftime, Oklahoma City leads 65-44 with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander contributing 16 points, while Victor Wembanyama has 8 points and shines defensively with three blocks. Both players are considered early MVP favorites after their strong performances last season, with Wembanyama's Spurs looking to bounce back after losing in the NBA Finals. The matchup renews their rivalry following the Spurs' victory over the Thunder in last year's Western Conference Finals.
- •The Spurs lost to the Knicks in the NBA Finals last season.
- •Oklahoma City's lead comes primarily from Gilgeous-Alexander's performance.
- •Wembanyama, last year's Defensive Player of the Year, struggles offensively.
- •The teams faced off in a seven-game showdown in the Western Conference Finals last year.
- 3:28 AMYahoo Sports — Who has the edge? MVP candidates Victor Wembanyama, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander face off
"Victor Wembanyama and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander battle as the Spurs take on the Thunder on NBA opening night in a rematch of the Western Conference finals.
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