Spurs, Victor Wembanyama set historic NBA Playoffs record despite Game 3 loss to Thunder
The San Antonio Spurs, led by Victor Wembanyama, set a historic NBA Playoffs record despite losing to the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 3. They achieved a remarkable 15-0 run to start the game, marking the longest unanswered run in a conference finals game since 1997-98. However, the Spurs ultimately lost control and fell 123-108, trailing 2-1 in the series.
- ▪The Spurs started Game 3 with a 15-0 run, the longest in conference finals history since 1997-98.
- ▪Despite the strong start, the Spurs lost the game 123-108 to the Thunder.
- ▪Victor Wembanyama and Coach Mitch Johnson could not maintain the lead as the Thunder rallied back.
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