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What ADJUSTMENTS Can OKC Thunder Make vs. Spurs | What We Learned This Postseason
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Oklahoma City Thunder brace for a fierce Western Conference Finals showdown as questions rise over Jalen Williams’ health and the team's ability to crack the San Antonio Spurs’ elite defense. Can Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and rising star Ajay Mitchell outmaneuver Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs’ backcourt duo, Castle and Harper, who have consistently disrupted OKC’s rhythm?
Host Rylan Stiles and guest columnist Joe Mussatto break down the Thunder’s strategic adjustments, including rotations, staggered star minutes, maximizing Chet Holmgren’s two-way impact, and the vital contributions from shooters like Isaiah Joe and Jared McCain. The conversation covers OKC’s postseason growth, attacking the rim against Wemby, and the pivotal role of point-of-attack defense. With experience and depth under the microscope, the Thunder’s title hopes may hinge on lineup flexibility and who steps up when it matters most. Is OKC on the verge of an NBA Finals breakthrough?
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