It turns out the Western Conference Finals are like a turn-based game...
You win one, I win one; you win one, I win one.
Currently, the Thunder and the Spurs are tied 2-2, heading toward a grueling Game 7 that drains both teams. The happiest ones are the Knicks, who have already locked in their Finals spot with a 3-0 sweep over the Cavaliers.

No joke, the Knicks might actually "steal" the championship this year. They are already strong with a balanced lineup that rivals any Western team, and their entire Eastern Conference playoff run has been smooth sailing, allowing them to rest and prepare for the Finals.

Back to business, Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals turned out unexpectedly. The Spurs dominated the Thunder 103-82 at home, showing overwhelming control from the start and giving the defending champions no chance to fight back.

The Thunder scored only 82 points in Game 4, their lowest single-game total since scoring 81 points in last season's NBA Cup final. Before this game, the Thunder had never scored below 90 points in any regular-season or playoff game this season.

Thunder stats are as follows:
The team struggled with shooting, hitting only 6 of 33 three-pointers (about 18% accuracy). Two-time MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander made 6 of 15 shots, finishing with just 19 points, 4 rebounds, 7 assists, and 2 steals, with a plus-minus of -18.

Spurs stats are as follows:
The team's offense was merely average, with 9 of 33 three-pointers (about 27% accuracy), but they delivered an epic defensive performance, grabbing 52 rebounds and recording 10 blocks. Victor Wembanyama exploded again, making 11 of 22 shots for 33 points, 8 rebounds, 5 assists, 2 steals, and 3 blocks, with a plus-minus of +29, the best on the court.

It's insane—a 7'4" guy dribbles the ball himself and hits a logo-range buzzer-beating three-pointer while guarded by three opponents.

The upcoming Game 5, the pivotal "Battle of the Sky," will be held in Oklahoma City. If Wembanyama can maintain his Game 4 hot streak, the Spurs have a solid chance to beat the Thunder again and take the series lead.

Finally, here is the All-NBA Team for the 2025-26 season:
First Team: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Nikola Jokić, Victor Wembanyama, Luka Dončić, Cade Cunningham;
Second Team: Jaylen Brown, Jalen Brunson, Kevin Durant, Kawhi Leonard, Donovan Mitchell;
Third Team: Jalen Duren, Chet Holmgren, Jalen Johnson, Tyrese Maxey, Jamal Murray.

KD upheld the honor of the veterans. LeBron James (60 games played) and Stephen Curry (43 games) both fell short of the 65-game minimum required for award eligibility.
