Thunder vs. Spurs odds, prediction: 2026 NBA Western Conference finals picks, Game 3 best bets by proven model
The Oklahoma City Thunder tied their playoff series against the San Antonio Spurs with a Game 2 win. As the series shifts back to San Antonio, the Spurs hold a slight edge as favorites. Key players from both teams are dealing with injuries, impacting their performance in the upcoming game.
- ▪The Thunder evened the series with a victory in Game 2.
- ▪The Spurs are 1.5-point favorites for Game 3, with an over/under of 218.5 points.
- ▪Injury concerns include Dylan Harper and De'Aaron Fox for the Spurs, and Jalen Williams for the Thunder.
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| Publication time | Fri, 22 May 2026 22:23:38 +0000 |
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The Oklahoma City Thunder evened their 2026 NBA playoff series with the San Antonio Spurs with a Game 2 victory at home. Now Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs return to the Lone Star State with the advantage on their side in this best-of-seven 2026 NBA Western Conference finals showdown. Two-time NBA MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the reigning NBA champions must get a win in the next two games to regain control of the home court. Dylan Harper (adductor) and De'Aaron Fox (ankle) are questionable for San Antonio, while Jalen Williams (hamstring) is questionable for OKC. Tipoff from Frost Bank Center in San Antonio is set for 8:30 p.m. ET on Friday. The Spurs are 1.5-point favorites in the latest Thunder vs.
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