# Game 7 Preview: Can OKC Thunder Pull it Off? | Adjustments to Make

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Podcast: [Locked On Thunder - Daily Podcast On The Oklahoma City Thunder](https://stenobird.com/podcast/locked-on-thunder-daily-podcast-on-the-oklahoma-city-thunder-620343)
Published: 2026-05-30T19:20:09+00:00
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## Resource

Oklahoma City Thunder face their toughest test yet in a do-or-die Game 7 against the San Antonio Spurs—can Shai Gilgeous-Alexander deliver a superstar performance despite a stifling Spurs defense and missing key creators Jalen Williams and Ajay Mitchell? Rylan Stiles previews the winner-take-all showdown, focusing on the Thunder’s need for three-point shooting and a faster, more physical start to avoid falling behind early. Key discussion points include Mark Daigneault’s critical lineup decisions, the potential impact of role players like Cason Wallace and Alex Caruso, and Shea's struggles against the Spurs’ elite rim protection. Stiles breaks down why Oklahoma City’s defensive rotations and intensity will decide if they shock the Spurs and return to the NBA Finals against the New York Knicks. Do the Thunder have enough grit and shooting to make history, or will San Antonio’s young core seize control of the Western Conference?

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