SAN ANTONIO (Azat TV) – Keldon Johnson delivered a pivotal performance, scoring 25 points, alongside Victor Wembanyama’s 22 points and 14 rebounds, to lead the San Antonio Spurs to a 116-106 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder on Wednesday. The win marked the Spurs’ second consecutive victory and secured their season series against the Thunder with a 4-1 record, a notable achievement despite Oklahoma City playing with a significantly depleted roster due to multiple key injuries.
The highly anticipated matchup, featuring two of the Western Conference’s top teams, saw the Spurs capitalize on the Thunder’s extensive injury list. Oklahoma City was limited to just eight available players, missing stars such as Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (abdominal strain), Chet Holmgren (back spasms), and Jalen Williams (hamstring strain), among others. This significant roster challenge for the Thunder provided an opening for San Antonio to assert dominance on their home court.
Johnson and Wembanyama Lead Spurs Offense
From the outset, the San Antonio Spurs established a strong offensive rhythm, building a 39-26 lead after the first quarter, propelled by 12 points off the bench from Keldon Johnson. The Spurs further extended their advantage to as many as 22 points in the second quarter, following a Julian Champagnie layup. Despite Oklahoma City’s efforts to narrow the gap with five three-pointers over a four-minute span, San Antonio maintained a comfortable 73-58 lead at halftime.
Johnson continued to pace the Spurs with 13 points in the first half, while Victor Wembanyama and Carter Bryant each contributed 11 points. For the Thunder, Aaron Wiggins led all scorers with 16 points before the break, supported by Kenrich Williams and Jaylin Williams, who each added 10 points.
Thunder’s Resilient Second-Half Push
Even with their short-handed lineup, the Oklahoma City Thunder demonstrated resilience, making the Spurs work for their victory in the second half. San Antonio’s lead, which stood at 15 points at halftime, was reduced to 95-88 early in the fourth quarter after a three-pointer from Kenrich Williams. The Thunder further tightened the score, coming within four points on a layup by Kenrich Williams with just over four minutes remaining in the game.
However, Stephon Castle responded for San Antonio with back-to-back baskets, providing the hosts with crucial separation that allowed them to hold on for the win. De’Aaron Fox contributed significantly with 15 points and 10 assists for the Spurs, and Castle finished with 14 points. Luke Kornet grabbed an impressive 15 rebounds, complementing Wembanyama’s strong performance on the boards.
Key Player Performances and Season Series Triumph
For the Oklahoma City Thunder, Kenrich Williams led their scoring effort with 25 points, matching Keldon Johnson’s game-high. Jaylin Williams added a double-double with 24 points and 12 rebounds, while Aaron Wiggins scored 20 points. Brooks Barnhizer contributed 14 points, and Cason Wallace rounded out the double-digit scorers for the Thunder with 13 points.
The Spurs’ victory, while against an injury-plagued opponent, underscores their ability to perform under pressure and secure important wins against top-tier competition. Capturing the season series 4-1 against the conference-leading Thunder provides a significant boost for San Antonio as they navigate their 2026 campaign.
The outcome of this game, despite the Thunder’s injury woes, highlights the San Antonio Spurs’ capacity to leverage opponent vulnerabilities and secure strategic victories, particularly through the combined efforts of established scorer Keldon Johnson and emerging star Victor Wembanyama, signaling continued development for the young Spurs roster.