Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Praises Spurs After Forcing Game 7

The San Antonio Spurs handled business at home on Thursday night, defeating the Oklahoma City Thunder 118-91 behind a 28-point double-double from Victor Wembanyama.

San Antonio had five players score in double figures and collectively kept Thunder superstar and reigning back-to-back MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander in check throughout the game.

Gilgeous-Alexander finished with just 15 points, four assists, and one rebound while shooting 6-for-18 from the field and attempting only three free throws.

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After the game, SGA gave high praise to the Spurs, noting they have been one of the toughest playoff opponents Oklahoma City has faced, while also mentioning the Indiana Pacers and last year's Denver Nuggets team that also pushed the Thunder to seven games.

"They're up there for sure. Indiana and Denver were pretty tough," Gilgeous-Alexander admitted. "Taking us to Game 7, probably the common denominator with those groups. But yeah, they're a very tough team, really good team.

"Especially this late in the season, you're going to play teams of this caliber, it's no surprise … When you're on a playoff run, you run into teams that are very good, especially when you get this late and however many games it takes, however many games it takes."

Despite the struggling performance and potentially mental exhaustion of another playoff run, SGA made it very clear that he’s “ready to go” for Game 7 Saturday night in front of his home fans.

“Oh, I'm good. I'm ready to go. Biggest game of my career … and if I lose, my season's over."

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This story was originally published May 29, 2026 at 11:07 AM.