Victor Wembanyama put on a show during Game 1 of the 2026 Western Conference Finals on Monday, May 18.

With the San Antonio Spurs seizing an early lead in the best-of-seven of the Western Conference finals, the stakes are higher than ever for the Oklahoma City Thunder.

San Antonio Spurs guard Dylan Harper (2) drives the ball while defended by Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) during Game 1 of the Western Conference final on May 18, 2026.