The Western Conference Finals are officially underway with a high-stakes Game 1 matchup. The Oklahoma City Thunder receive a major reinforcement as star forward Jalen Williams is officially available to play against the San Antonio Spurs at the Paycom Center.
Williams has been sidelined since April 22 due to a Grade 1 left hamstring strain. Consequently, he missed the entire second round, where OKC effortlessly swept the Los Angeles Lakers. His return adds crucial depth, elite shot-creation, and defensive versatility back into the Thunder’s starting rotation.
Game Info: Thunder vs. Spurs Game 1
- Date: Monday, May 18
- Time: 7:30 p.m. CT
- Location: Paycom Center (Oklahoma City, OK)
- TV Channel: NBC
- Live Stream: Peacock
Injury Reports and Projected Lineups
While OKC enters the series relatively healthy, San Antonio is monitoring key injuries. De’Aaron Fox (right ankle soreness) and Luke Kornet (left foot soreness) are both listed as questionable. The Spurs earned their spot in the West finals after a hard-fought 4-2 series victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves.
Injury Overview
- OKC Thunder: Thomas Sorber (Out – right ACL surgical recovery).
- San Antonio Spurs: De’Aaron Fox (Questionable – right ankle soreness), Luke Kornet (Questionable – left foot soreness).
Projected Starting Lineups
| OKC Thunder | San Antonio Spurs |
| Shai Gilgeous-Alexander | De’Aaron Fox |
| Lu Dort | Stephon Castle |
| Jalen Williams | Devin Vassell |
| Chet Holmgren | Julian Champagnie |
| Isaiah Hartenstein | Victor Wembanyama |
Betting Odds & Predictions
The Thunder enter Game 1 as the clear favorites playing on their home court after a long rest period. Newly crowned back-to-back NBA MVP Shai Gilgeous-Alexander looks to set the tone early in the series.
- Spread: OKC by 6.5
- Over/Under: 219.5
- Moneyline: OKC -250 | San Antonio +200
Expert Pick
Justin Martinez (Prediction: OKC 115, San Antonio 112): “The Thunder is playing at an elite level right now, and it’ll get Jalen Williams back on Monday. The All-NBA forward can create his own shot, create for others, rebound and size up defensively. That last part will be especially important when facing Victor Wembanyama and the Spurs. This will be a long series, but I’m expecting a rested OKC team to set the tone at home in Game 1.”