Lessons From OKC Thunder Win over Spurs | West CONTENDERS Set

Oklahoma City Thunder finally crack the San Antonio Spurs, raising hopes for a dominant run in the Western Conference. Is this the start of an intense rivalry—and have the true contenders already emerged? Rylan Stiles and Brandon Rahbar break down the Thunder’s 119-98 win, spotlighting Jalen Williams’ aggressive rim attacks and Chet Holmgren’s evolving defensive impact. The hosts examine how OKC’s renewed physicality and intensity dispel talk of a Spurs “kryptonite,” while questioning whether the Thunder can maintain top effort every game. Heated debates on Western Conference tiers, playoff paths, and what trade deadline rumors mean for teams like the Lakers, Timberwolves, and Nuggets keep the stakes high. Are OKC, Denver, and San Antonio the only real threats? Find out which teams truly belong in the contender conversation—and what lessons Thunder fans should carry into the season’s second half.

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