Spurs vs. Thunder Game 5 prediction, best bet: Will Shai Gilgeous-Alexander rise to the occasion?
The Oklahoma City Thunder and San Antonio Spurs are set to face off in Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals, with the series tied at 2-2. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the Thunder's star player, is under pressure to perform after a lackluster Game 4. Oddsmakers favor the Thunder, setting the spread at 5.5 points as they look to regain momentum at home.
- ▪The Thunder are coming off their first lopsided loss of the NBA playoffs in Game 4.
- ▪Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored just 19 points in Game 4 while being guarded closely by Spurs' Stephon Castle.
- ▪Gilgeous-Alexander has a history of adjusting his game under pressure, having faced similar defensive strategies in previous playoffs.
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Betting Spurs vs. Thunder Game 5 prediction, best bet: Will Shai Gilgeous-Alexander rise to the occasion? By Malik Smith Published May 26, 2026, 4:30 p.m. ET Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of the Oklahoma City Thunder. NBAE via Getty Images See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The New York Post on Google Gambling content 21+. The New York Post may receive an affiliate commission if you sign up through our links. Read our editorial standards for more information. The Western Conference Finals have delivered through four games, and Game 5 presents the Thunder and Spurs with an opportunity to put their stamp on the series. The Thunder are coming off their first lopsided loss of the NBA playoffs in Game 4 and head back home with a chance to shift the momentum back to their side.
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