Thunder can beat Spurs without Jalen Williams or Ajay Mitchell. But without both?
The Oklahoma City Thunder faced a significant challenge in Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals without key players Jalen Williams and Ajay Mitchell. The Spurs capitalized on this opportunity, defeating the Thunder 103-82 and leveling the series. Thunder coach Mark Daigneault acknowledged the team's underperformance but expressed optimism for future games.
- ▪The Thunder lost to the Spurs 103-82 in Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals.
- ▪Jalen Williams and Ajay Mitchell were both absent from the game due to injuries.
- ▪Thunder coach Mark Daigneault stated that the team can perform better than they did in this game.
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