The San Antonio Spurs defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 103-82 in Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals on Sunday, May 24, 2026, leveling the series at two games apiece [1, 2]. Victor Wembanyama spearheaded the victory with 33 points, eight rebounds, five assists, three blocks, and two steals [1, 2]. Early in the game, Wembanyama blocked a dunk attempt by Thunder star Chet Holmgren, setting the tone defensively [1, 2].
The Spurs capitalized on Oklahoma City's struggles, forcing 20 turnovers and converting them into 25 points [1, 2]. Spurs guard Devin Vassell contributed 13 points and played a key role in harassing the Thunder into mistakes [1]. San Antonio’s coach Mitch Johnson said of Wembanyama, "I think tonight he felt, not speaking for him but from my perspective, an obligation to set a tone for us in a variety of ways" [1].
Oklahoma City shot just 33% from the field and 18.2% from three-point range, their worst shooting performance since March 2022 [1, 2]. Thunder star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 19 points on 6-of-15 shooting but struggled against San Antonio’s tough defense [1, 2]. Gilgeous-Alexander admitted, "They just punched us in our face early. I think they just did a good job of being the aggressors. They were in us -- forcing turnovers, being physical" [2]. Injuries to Jalen Williams and Ajay Mitchell further hampered Oklahoma City's offense [2].
Thunder coach Mark Daigneault said his team "didn’t have the sharpness, force or precision necessary to crack them. They were really good defensively. Just their energy, their physicality" [2]. Victor Wembanyama downplayed the performance, saying, "We just responded. It was nothing amazing. It wasn’t magic. We just did what we needed to do" [1].
The series now shifts back to Oklahoma City for Game 5 on Tuesday, May 26, 2026 [2].
