San Antonio Spurs Force Game 7 in Western Conference Finals as Oklahoma City Thunder Aim to Maintain Home Game 7 Unbeaten Streak
The San Antonio Spurs have forced a Game 7 in the Western Conference Finals after defeating the Oklahoma City Thunder 118-91, shifting the momentum in favor of Victor Wembanyama and his team. However, the Spurs must now contend with a daunting challenge: the Thunder’s perfect record in Game 7 matchups at home since 2008.
Oklahoma City Thunder’s Unbeaten Home Game 7 Record
Since 2008, the Thunder have never lost a Game 7 on their home court. This streak includes victories in the 2011 Western Conference Semifinals, the 2014 first-round matchup against the Memphis Grizzlies, and two Game 7s in the 2025 NBA playoffs. Last season, the Thunder secured wins in the Western Conference Semifinals against the Denver Nuggets and the NBA Finals against the Indiana Pacers, both at home.
The consistency of this record is particularly notable given the continuity of the Thunder’s core roster, which includes Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Chet Holmgren, Lu Dort, and Jalen Williams. Their ability to perform under pressure in high-stakes Game 7 scenarios has become a defining trait of the franchise.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s Critical Role in Thunder’s Game 7 Success
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander has been the focal point of the Thunder’s Game 7 victories. In the 2025 Western Conference Semifinals against the Nuggets, he scored 35 points, dished out four assists, and grabbed three rebounds in a 125-93 win. In the