Trending Now - Spurs Secure Game 7 Spot With Victory Over Thunder in Game 6
WHO:
ABC News - San Antonio Spurs, Oklahoma City Thunder, Victor Wembanyama, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, coach Mitch Johnson, coach Mark Daigneault, Dylan Harper, Stephon Castle, De’Aaron Fox, Julian Champagnie, Devin Vassell, Chet Holmgren, Karl-Anthony Towns.
WHAT:
ABC News - The Spurs will face the New York Knicks in the NBA Finals if they win Game 7.
ABC News - The San Antonio Spurs defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 118-91 in Game 6 of the Western Conference Finals.
NBA.com - The Spurs forced a Game 7 in the series, which is tied 3-3.
NBA.com - Victor Wembanyama scored 28 points, had 10 rebounds, 2 steals, and 3 blocks in Game 6.
NBA.com - The Spurs had a 20-0 run in the third quarter of Game 6.
NBA.com - The Spurs finished with 12 different scorers in Game 6.
NBA.com - Game 7 is scheduled for Saturday at 8 PM ET, broadcast on NBC/Peacock.
NBA.com - This will be the 160th Game 7 in NBA history and the 5th of the current playoffs.
NBA.com - Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has a career Game 7 record of 2-1, averaging 27.7 points per game.
NBA.com - Victor Wembanyama has totaled 372 points, 176 rebounds, and 59 blocks in the postseason.
WHERE:
ABC News - The game took place at the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas.
NBA.com - Game 7 will be held in Oklahoma City.
WHEN:
Yahoo Sports - Game 1 of the NBA Finals is scheduled for Wednesday, June 3 at 8:30 PM ET.
NBA.com - Game 7 is set for Saturday at 8 PM ET.
NBA.com - Game 1 of the NBA Finals is scheduled for Wednesday, June 3 at 8:30 PM ET.
WHY:
NBA.com - The Spurs needed to win Game 6 to avoid elimination and extend their season.
HOW:
NBA.com - Victor Wembanyama became the first Spur in franchise history to post 25+ points and 10+ rebounds with multiple steals and multiple blocks when facing elimination.
NBA.com - The Spurs executed a defensive strategy that included a zone defense, which contributed to their success in the third quarter.
NBA.com - Coach Mitch Johnson emphasized the need for Victor Wembanyama to take more shots and score more points to secure a win.
(UPDATED May 29, 2026 23:20 UTC)
The Spurs are on the brink of making history as they prepare to face the New York Knicks in the NBA Finals, contingent on their success in Game 7. If they advance, Game 1 of the Finals is set for Wednesday, June 3 at 8:30 PM ET. Notably, Victor Wembanyama has already made his mark by becoming the first Spur in franchise history to achieve over 25 points, 10 rebounds, multiple steals, and multiple blocks in a game where the team faced elimination.
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(UPDATED May 29, 2026 19:48 UTC)
In a thrilling Game 6 of the Western Conference Finals, the San Antonio Spurs defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 118 to 91, forcing a decisive Game 7 in the series, which is now tied 3-3. Victor Wembanyama led the Spurs with an impressive performance, scoring 28 points, grabbing 10 rebounds, and contributing defensively with 2 steals and 3 blocks, while the team showcased their depth with 12 different scorers. Game 7 is set to take place in Oklahoma City on Saturday at 8 PM ET, marking the 160th Game 7 in NBA history and the fifth of the current playoffs.