Thunder Defeat Spurs 127-114 to Take 3-2 Lead in Western Conference Finals

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 32 points as the Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the San Antonio Spurs 127-114 in Game 5 of the Western Conference finals on Tuesday. The victory gives the reigning NBA champions a 3-2 series lead with two games remaining.

City punished an error-filled performance by San Antonio at Paycom Center. The Spurs had leveled the series at 2-2 with a road win on Sunday but struggled throughout Tuesday's contest. Victor Wembanyama finished with 20 points on 4-of-15 shooting and six rebounds. Devin Vassell scored six points on 2-of-11 shooting after averaging 17 points in the first four games.

City players reached double figures.

Alex Caruso scored 22 points off the bench, including four three-pointers. Jared McCain added 20 points, Chet Holmgren had 16 points and 11 rebounds, and Isaiah Hartenstein recorded 12 points with 15 rebounds. " — Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, May 26, 2026 (Al Jazeera) Gilgeous-Alexander scored 12 of his points during a 40-point second quarter that helped Oklahoma City pull away.

Antonio coach Mitch Johnson said his team must improve in every area for Game 6. " — Mitch Johnson, May 26, 2026 (Al Jazeera) Johnson added that Wembanyama will need to be more aggressive on offense if the Spurs are to force a Game 7. Oklahoma City travels to San Antonio for Thursday’s Game 6 with a chance to clinch the series.