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Top matchups to watch in Spurs-Thunder WCF

May 18, 2026 06:33 PM

Kenny Beecham previews the Western Conference Finals between the defending champion Thunder and Victor Wembanyama's Spurs, including why it's primed to be a "classic" series and key matchups to watch.

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