Victor Wembanyama returns, ends Thunder winning streak to send Spurs to NBA Cup Final

The San Antonio Spurs delivered the shock of the NBA Cup semifinals, defeating the defending champion Oklahoma City Thunder 111-109 in Las Vegas.

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Victor Wembanyama, returning from a 12‑game absence, was the story of the night. The French phenom erupted for 22 points and nine rebounds, including 15 in a dominant fourth quarter that flipped the momentum squarely in San Antonio’s favor.

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Oklahoma City entered the matchup riding a 16‑game winning streak and boasting a league‑best 24-1 record, but the Spurs’ defensive and late‑game poise proved decisive. Shai Gilgeous‑Alexander kept the Thunder afloat with 29 points, but on this night, it wouldn’t be enough.

Wembanyama’s rim protection, timely scoring, and composure under pressure helped San Antonio erase multiple OKC surges and close out the final minutes with surprising control.

The victory sends the Spurs to the NBA Cup Final, where they’ll face the New York Knicks in a matchup few predicted but everyone now wants to see.

About the Author Published Dec 14, 2025

TITAN FREY

Titan Frey is a dedicated father to three wonderful children, whom he takes immense pride in. His passions include reading, writing, basketball, both playing and watching, and playing chess. Titan spent five years working as a journalist for the basketball website fadeawayworld.net, where he served as editor-in-chief for four and a half years. One of his most notable achievements was interviewing Chuck Cooper III, the son of Chuck Cooper, the first African American ever drafted by an NBA team, and writing a biography that has been praised as the most definitive article about Cooper’s legacy. Titan is the author of more than ten novels and the screenwriter of three produced short films. His newest young adult novel, Echoes of the Hardwood: Braxton Foxworthy’s Time‑Travelling Book Report, blends basketball history with heartfelt storytelling and is now available. Order here: https://a.co/d/bo7BYz1