The battle to win the Western Conference is tight heading into Game 5. The series is tied at two games apiece between the San Antonio Spurs and the Oklahoma City Thunder, with the series shifting back to Paycom Center on Tuesday night.
Not only were the Thunder and Spurs the top two teams in the conference heading into the playoffs, but they also finished with the two best records in the NBA. Both teams were so dominant during the regular season that many believe the eventual NBA champion will be either the defending champion Thunder or the Spurs.
The Spurs picked up a double-overtime win in Game 1 behind Victor Wembanyama’s dominant 41-point, 24-rebound performance, handing the Thunder their first loss of the postseason. Oklahoma City, however, responded with back-to-back wins, including a 15-point victory in Game 3. San Antonio evened the series with a 21-point win in Game 4 at home in a game where the Thunder shot just 33% from the field and 18% from three-point range, failed to have a single player score 20 points, and turned the ball over 17 times.
Both teams have shown their dominance, but they’ve also revealed weaknesses at times. One thing is certain: one team will take a crucial 3-2 series lead Tuesday night, putting pressure on the other heading into Game 6 in San Antonio.
Spurs vs. Thunder Game 5 Odds
Despite a tough loss last time out, the Thunder are listed as favorites back on their home court for Game 5 at Hard Rock Bet Sportsbook:
- Moneyline: Thunder -170, Spurs +145
- Spread: Thunder -4.5 (-105), Spurs +4.5 (-115)
- Total: Over 217.5 points (-110), Under 217.5 points (-110)
The defending champion Thunder remain the favorites to win the Western Conference at -165 odds and advance to the NBA Finals to face the New York Knicks.
Spurs vs. Thunder Picks & Predictions for Game 5
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Below are two picks featured in the Stats Hub:
Spurs vs. Thunder Best Bet: De’Aaron Fox Over 3.5 Rebounds
De’Aaron Fox missed the first two games of the Western Conference Finals due to injury, but the All-Star point guard has returned and played more than 30 minutes in each of the last two games.
Guards aren’t typically known for their rebounding ability, but Fox has posted impressive numbers in that category recently. He has recorded four or more rebounds in each of his last five games, including seven in Game 3 and 10 in Game 4 against the Thunder following his return from injury.
It’s worth considering Fox’s rebound total for Game 5, especially since he has gone over 3.5 rebounds in eight of the 13 games he has played this postseason.
- Spurs vs. Thunder Game 5 Player Prop Pick: De’Aaron Fox Over 3.5 Rebounds (-155)
Spurs vs. Thunder Best Bet: Julian Champagnie Over 1.5 Assists
Although this pick has hit in four of his last five games, Julian Champagnie’s assists line for Game 5 still carries some risk.
Champagnie averaged just 1.5 assists per game during the regular season and is averaging the same mark during the playoffs. He has gone over 1.5 assists in nine of the Spurs’ 15 playoff games but has also failed to record an assist in four contests.
If you’re looking for a plus-money play, Champagnie to record over 1.5 assists in Game 5 could offer value based on his recent production, though it remains a tight line.
- Spurs vs. Thunder Game 5 Player Prop Pick: Julian Champagnie Over 1.5 Assists (+135)
Top 5 Most-Bet Player Props for SAS-OKC
Despite relatively quiet offensive performances from both teams in Game 4, especially Oklahoma City, scoring props are drawing the most attention heading into Tuesday night’s Game 5:
- Jalen Williams – Points Over 14.5
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander – Points Over 29.5
- Devin Vassell – Points Over 14.5
- Victor Wembanyama – Threes Made Over 1.5
- Victor Wembanyama – Points Over 26.5
Spurs vs. Thunder Game 5 Info
- 📍 Where: Paycom Center, Oklahoma City, OK
- 📅 Date: Tuesday, May 26
- ⏰ Start Time: 8:30 PM ET
- 📺💻 TV/Streaming: NBC, Peacock
- 🏀 Series: 2-2
Spurs-Thunder Key Injuries & Availability
Ajay Mitchell exited Game 3 with an injury and has since been ruled out for both Game 4 and Game 5. Jalen Williams also suffered an injury in this series after leaving Game 2 after just seven minutes and was ruled out for the following two games.
Williams, however, carries a questionable designation heading into Game 5, so be sure to monitor his status and any other availability changes for either team that could affect basketball betting markets before tip-off.
Spurs Injury Report
- N/A
Thunder Injury Report
- Jalen Williams: QUESTIONABLE (hamstring)
- Ajay Mitchell: OUT (calf)
- Thomas Sorber: OUT (ACL)
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