The San Antonio Spurs avoided elimination Thursday night, routing the Oklahoma City Thunder 118-91 in Game 6 of the Western Conference Finals. The series now heads back to Oklahoma City for a winner-take-all Game 7, with the winner advancing to face the New York Knicks in the NBA Finals.
Victor Wembanyama led the way for the Spurs, posting 28 points, 10 rebounds, 2 assists, 2 steals, and 3 blocks. The 7-foot-4 phenom knocked down four three-pointers on 10-of-21 shooting.
Oklahoma City struggled from deep, hitting just 10 of 40 three-point attempts (25%). MVP candidate Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had a tough night, scoring 15 points on 6-of-18 shooting, including 0-of-5 from three.
Rookie Dylan Harper provided a critical spark off the bench for San Antonio, finishing with 18 points, 6 rebounds, and 4 assists. Stephon Castle added 17 points and 9 assists, while Devin Vassell chipped in 12 points.
The Spurs broke the game open in the third quarter, outscoring the Thunder 32-13. Game 7 will be played in Oklahoma City, with the winner earning a trip to the NBA Finals against the New York Knicks.