Shai Gilgeous-Alexander rebounded from a quiet opener, pouring in 30 points as Oklahoma City edged San Antonio 122-113 to knot the Western Conference finals at 1‑1. Alex Caruso added 17 off the bench, while Chet Holmgren contributed 13. The Thunder’s 57-25 advantage in bench scoring highlighted depth, and a 27‑10 margin on points off turnovers underscored their aggressive play.

Oklahoma City’s reserves Jared McCain and Cason Wallace each chipped in 12, and Isaiah Hartenstein posted a double‑double with 10 points and 13 rebounds. The Thunder lost guard Jalen Williams to a recurring hamstring strain, casting doubt on his availability for Game 3. San Antonio also saw Dylan Harper exit with a right‑leg injury, further depleting their backcourt.

Spurs star Victor Wembanyama recorded 21 points, 17 rebounds, six assists and four blocks, while Stephon Castle led San Antonio with 25. A late surge trimmed the deficit to 99‑97, but an 11‑0 Thunder run restored a double‑digit lead. Oklahoma City improved to 14-5 on the season and secured only its second win in seven meetings against the Spurs.

The tied series shifts momentum to San Antonio, where coach Mitch Johnson must adjust guard rotations after losing both De’Aaron Fox and Dylan Harper. Thunder coach Mark Daigneault praised his team’s “quiet confidence” and expects the bench to continue fueling runs. Oklahoma City now faces a hostile environment in Game 3, with its depth tested.