Expert prediction
Thunder vs. Spurs Game 4 Preview, Odds, Picks (May 24)
- Nikola Velickovic
- May 23, 2026 at 7:58 AM EDT
Pick rationale
Analysis & key factors
- Thunder vs. Spurs Game 4 odds favor SAS at -120.
- OKC has a 2-1 lead in the West Finals series.
- Thunder responded with back-to-back victories.
OKC’s bench was the deciding factor in Game 3, whereas they completely outplayed the Spurs’ starters in crucial moments. So it’s no wonder the champs won 123-108.
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How to Watch
- When: Friday, May 22, 2026, 8:30 pm ET
- Where: Frost Bank Center, San Antonio, Texas
- How to Watch: NBC, Peacock
Thunder vs. Spurs Game 4 Odds
Game Preview
OKC was down 15-0 points early, but the bench players responded when the top stars stayed silent. Eventually, the “replacements” scored 76 points, the most in Thunder playoff history.
Jared McCain had the game of his life with 24 points, while Jaylen Williams added 18. Alex Caruso scored 15, and Cason Wallace added 11. Shai had 26 buckets and 12 assists.
OKC gets the dub on the road and go up 2-1 against the Spurs 😤 pic.twitter.com/GxeHg6voc1
— NBA on ESPN (@ESPNNBA) May 23, 2026
As for the Spurs, after a furious start, their momentum was slowly fading. The reason? Their bench, which delivered just 23 points.
Also, we have to notice that the Spurs didn’t control the glass, having only 37 boards, 4 fewer than the rivals. Wemby ended the game with 26 points and 4 boards, while Devin Vassell scored 20 points. Fox was back with 15 points, 7 boards, and 6 assists, yet 4 turnovers as well.
Before Betting
- OKC scored 17 threes in 45 attempts in Game 3.
- Thunder had 29 assists.
- Both teams had 33 free throws each.
Thunder vs. Spurs Game 4 Predictions
The total for this matchup is 217.5 points, and we are betting on UNDER here. Why? The reason is that it’s a key game of the series. If the Thunder wins, it’s more or less over. If the Spurs take it, we are back at the beginning. So the hosts will have to be much more aggressive and oriented towards harder and more physical defense.
Free NBA Pick: Under 217.5 points
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