Spurs hold Thunder to 82 points, even series at home

The San Antonio Spurs evened their series against the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder with a decisive 103-82 victory at home. The Spurs' defense stifled the Thunder, who had been averaging 120 points per game in the series, forcing them into a dismal shooting performance.

Victor Wembanyama, the Spurs' star player from France, was the game's high scorer with 33 points, adding 8 rebounds, 5 assists, 3 blocks, and 4 steals. His performance was crucial in limiting the Thunder's potent offense. In contrast, the Thunder's star, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander of Canada, had one of his least productive playoff games, scoring 19 points and dishing out 7 assists.

The Thunder's offensive struggles were evident as they made only one of every three field goal attempts. The Spurs maintained a double-digit lead for most of the game, extending it to as many as 25 points. Other notable scorers for the Spurs included Devin Vassell and Stephon Castle with 13 points each, and De'Aaron Fox with 12 points and 10 rebounds. For the Thunder, Isaiah Hartenstein contributed 12 points, Isaiah Joe had 11, and both Chet Holmgren and Kenrich Williams added 10 points each.

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Spurs' Victor Wembanyama 33 (8 rebounds, 5 assists, 3 blocks, 4 steals), Devin Vassell and Stephon Castle – 13 each, De'Aaron Fox 12 (10 rebounds); Thunder: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander 19 (7 assists), Isaiah Hartenstein 12, Isaiah Joe 11, Chet Holmgren (9 rebounds) and Kenrich Williams – 10 each.