San Antonio Spurs, Oklahoma City Thunder Set for Western Conference Finals Showdown in Game 1

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OKLAHOMA CITY, Oklahoma (TXAN 24) — San Antonio Spurs open the Western Conference Finals tonight against the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 1 at Paycom Center.

San Antonio enters the series with momentum after eliminating Minnesota behind dominant play from Victor Wembanyama, while OKC cruised through the Lakers in the semifinals.

The matchup features two of the NBA’s youngest and fastest teams, with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leading the Thunder attack.

Defense, tempo and late-game execution could decide an intense opening battle in Oklahoma City tonight.