Wembanyama scores 33 with 2 steals and 3 blocks, Alexander gets 19, Spurs beat Thunder to tie series 2-2, setting up a pivotal Game 5.

On May 25 Beijing time, in Game 4 of the NBA Western Conference Finals, the Spurs hosted the Thunder. The Spurs started strong, completely dominating the Thunder in the first quarter. In the second quarter, the Thunder attempted a comeback, but the Spurs kept scoring to maintain control, with Wembanyama hitting an incredible half-court buzzer-beater. The Spurs exploded in the third quarter, building a lead of over 25 points. The Thunder fought hard in the fourth but couldn't close the gap. Eventually, the Spurs defeated the Thunder 103-82, tying the series at 2-2, setting up a decisive Game 5.

Statistics:

Thunder: Alexander 19 points, 7 assists, 2 steals; Holmgren 10 points, 9 rebounds; Hartenstein 12 points, 7 rebounds; Joe 11 points.

Spurs: Wembanyama 33 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists, 2 steals, 3 blocks; Fox 12 points, 10 rebounds; Vassell 13 points, 6 rebounds; Castle 13 points.

Game Recap:

The game started with both teams trading scores. Wembanyama hit a three-pointer, while Hartenstein scored the Thunder's first 8 points. However, the Spurs then went on a 16-0 run, with the Thunder failing to score for five minutes. Alexander hit a mid-range jumper to stop the bleeding, and the Thunder gradually chipped away at the lead. On the last possession, Holmgren scored on a putback, reducing the deficit to single digits. After the first quarter, the Spurs led 28-19.

In the second quarter, the Thunder opened with 5 straight points to cut the lead to 4. Fox hit a jumper to steady the Spurs. Both teams struggled from the field, with the score rising slowly. Wembanyama made a mid-range shot to push the lead back to 9. The game became tight, but Wembanyama drew a foul and made both free throws, putting the lead back to double digits. The Thunder found their rhythm with an 8-3 run, but Vassell scored 4 straight points, and Wembanyama nailed a buzzer-beating half-court three. At halftime, the Spurs led 50-38.

In the third quarter, Wallace hit a three to start, but Wembanyama immediately answered with an and-one. The Spurs kept up the pressure, going on a 13-2 run to extend the lead to 25 points. Alexander drew a foul and made both free throws to stop the run. Both teams traded baskets, with the Spurs maintaining a roughly 20-point lead. On the final possession, Williams hit a three, and Alexander missed a three. After three quarters, the Spurs led 78-60.

In the fourth quarter, the Spurs opened with a 6-2 run to further extend the lead. The Thunder responded with a 6-2 run of their own to keep chasing. However, after a timeout, the Spurs regained control and delivered another 6-2 run, pushing the margin above 20 points. Apart from Dort, the Thunder's starters were pulled from the game, effectively ending the contest. The final score was Spurs 103, Thunder 82.

Starting Lineups:

Thunder: Alexander, Dort, Wallace, Hartenstein, Holmgren

Spurs: Wembanyama, Vassell, Champagnie, Castle, Fox