The San Antonio Spurs have taken a 2-0 lead in their Western Conference finals series against the host Oklahoma City Thunder. Game 2 is scheduled for Thursday, May 21, 2026, at 8:30 a.m. (Philippine time).
Historic Double-Overtime Victory
The Spurs secured a historic double-overtime win, 122-115, in Game 1, led by their 7'4" giant Victor Wembanyama, who recorded 41 points and 24 rebounds. There are concerns that the French superstar might be fatigued after playing over 48 minutes in Game 1, and the Thunder's defense is expected to tighten against him this time.
However, for the 22-year-old Wembanyama, rest is not a priority. He is focused on his mission to lead the Spurs back to championship glory. "Yes, it takes a toll. We can rest in July," Wembanyama said.
Thunder's Resilience
For the defending champion Thunder, who have only lost once in nine playoff games this season, they are optimistic about bouncing back from their Game 1 defeat. In Game 2 of the second-round series last season, the Thunder defeated the Denver Nuggets by 43 points after losing Game 1. Similarly, they defeated the Indiana Pacers in Game 2 of the NBA Finals after a Game 1 loss. This experience gives the Thunder added motivation to rise from their current situation.
