Spurs/Thunder make history for the first time in 50 years since GSW in 1976
The Oklahoma City Thunder and San Antonio Spurs made history by competing in a double overtime game during the Western Conference Finals. This matchup marked the first time in 50 years that two 62+ win teams faced off in the playoffs. The last similar occurrence was in 1976 when the Phoenix Suns defeated the Golden State Warriors.
- ▪The Western Conference Finals began with the Thunder hosting the Spurs.
- ▪This is only the seventh time in NBA history that two 62+ win teams have met in the playoffs.
- ▪The Spurs won the game 122-115 after two overtime periods.
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