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Magic Johnson Reacts to Spurs' Game 6 Win Over Thunder

The San Antonio Spurs kept their season alive on Thursday night, defeating the Oklahoma City Thunder 118-91 in Game 6 of the Western Conference Finals.

San Antonio received contributions across the board but was led by Victor Wembanyama, who recorded 28 points, 10 rebounds, three blocks, two assists, and two steals, while rookie Dylan Harper added 18 points, six rebounds, and four assists off the bench.

Reacting to the performance shortly after the game concluded was NBA legend Magic Johnson.

"Game 6 of the San Antonio Spurs vs. Oklahoma City Thunder was total domination by the Spurs in every area - defense, offense, rebounds, intensity, and physicality!" Johnson said.

"The new face of the NBA, superstar Victor Wembanyama, delivered tonight with 28 points and 10 rebounds and set the tone with aggressive play on both ends of the floor," he added. "Their 20-0 run in the 3rd quarter is something you don't see often, and the Thunder couldn't respond to stop the blowout. This series has definitely made a massive impact on the NBA worldwide!"

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The Spurs, however, have not been able to string together consecutive wins in this series, though they already proved they can win on the road after taking Game 1 in Oklahoma City - something they will now have to do again in Saturday night's Game 7.

As for the Thunder, they have responded exceptionally well following losses throughout the postseason, especially after blowout defeats.

Now, the two Western Conference powerhouses will face off in a winner-take-all Game 7 with a trip to the NBA Finals against the New York Knicks on the line.

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This story was originally published May 29, 2026 at 9:24 AM.

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