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Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was held to a season-low 15 points in Game 6 of the Western Conference finals on Thursday, May 28. The San Antonio Spurs handled the defending NBA champions 118-91 to force Game 7.
The MVP played 28 minutes but went just 6-of-18 on field goals and 0-for-5 on 3-point shots. He also only had 4 assists and 1 rebound.
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Jalen Williams returned despite struggling with a hamstring strain. Ajay Mitchell did not play as he deals with a calf strain.
The Spurs went on a 20-4 run in the third quarter to run away with the win.
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Thunder coach Mark Daigneault spoke to the media after the loss about Gilgeous-Alexander’s performance. The guard scored 32 points the game prior.
“I was pretty encouraged last game at the cracks we were able to get him,” Daigneault said. “And obviously, I don’t think we were able to do that as well tonight. I’d never discredit the defense and the opponent. There’s always that. There are things I think we can do better.”
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Coolest kicks of the NBA playoffs as stars show their sneaker style
The NBA playoffs bring out more than high‑stakes basketball, as stars showcase their sneaker style on the league’s biggest stage.
See the coolest kicks worn during the 2026 NBA Playoffs, where footwear becomes part of the spotlight.
Above, The shoes of Jalen Brunson #11 of the New York Knicks are seen during the first half of Game One of the Eastern Conference First Round NBA Playoffs against the Atlanta Hawks at Madison Square Garden on April 18, 2026, in New York City.
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Coolest kicks of the NBA playoffs as stars show their sneaker style
The NBA playoffs bring out more than high‑stakes basketball, as stars showcase their sneaker style on the league’s biggest stage.
See the coolest kicks worn during the 2026 NBA Playoffs, where footwear becomes part of the spotlight.
Above, The shoes of Jalen Brunson #11 of the New York Knicks are seen during the first half of Game One of the Eastern Conference First Round NBA Playoffs against the Atlanta Hawks at Madison Square Garden…
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