Thunder vs. Spurs: 10 statistical reasons to get hyped for the Western Conference finals
The upcoming Western Conference finals between the Spurs and Thunder is generating excitement due to its potential legacy implications. Both teams have had outstanding seasons, with the Spurs and Thunder boasting the best records in the NBA. This series could mark the beginning of a significant rivalry and shape the future of both franchises.
- ▪This is the first playoff series between 62-win teams in 28 years.
- ▪Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and Victor Wembanyama are two of the best players in the league, with Gilgeous-Alexander recently winning his second MVP award.
- ▪Wembanyama could become the youngest player to lead an NBA champion in scoring and the tallest player to start in and win an NBA Finals.
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Thunder vs. Spurs: 10 statistical reasons to get hyped for the Western Conference finals This could be a legacy-building series with dynasty implications By Douglas Clawson May 18, 2026 at 1:52 pm ET • 8 min read Imagn Images We are all in for a treat with the Western Conference finals between the Spurs and Thunder, which begins on Monday. Would it surprise anyone if this series is still being talked about decades from now? It's poised to be the beginning of a rivalry between two franchises with young, championship cores, and could be a pivotal moment for a future dynasty or the birth of a superstar showdown. At the very least, the winner of this series should be favored to win a championship.
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