Jalen Williams strongly believes that he could’ve helped the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals against the San Antonio Spurs. The one-time All-Star was ruled out for that game due to a lingering hamstring injury.
With Williams on the sidelines, his co-star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had to carry the massive load for the Oklahoma City Thunder. The league MVP produced 35 points, four rebounds, nine assists, and three steals on 12-for-21 shooting from the field in 43 minutes, but still fell short.
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“I don’t do the hypothetical thing too much because it does not solve anything that’s going on right now. But to humor your question, obviously I think I could’ve made an impact,” Williams told the media via the Thunder Wire’s Clemente Almanza. “I think we could’ve won if I played. Went to seven with them without me playing. I don’t think I make us worse.”
“They’re a good team. It would’ve been a challenge if I played or not, but I definitely think I could have changed the series. But we’ll just have to wait until we meet again at some point,” he ended.
May 18, 2026; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Oklahoma City Thunder forward Jalen Williams (8) reacts in double overtime against the San Antonio Spurs during game one of the Western Conference Finals for the 2026 NBA playoffs at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Brett Rojo-Imagn ImagesOklahoma City Thunder News: Alex Caruso is ready to run it back
After suffering a heartbreaking Game 7 loss, Alex Caruso said he is ready to run it back with the Oklahoma City Thunder. The 32-year-old guard will be entering the second year of his four-year, $81.1 million contract, so he’ll be spending the rest of his prime with the team.
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“Obviously, I signed a long-term contract, so I’m looking forward to being here a few more years. The relationship has been great to me and the Thunder organization,” Caruso said. “Thankful to Sam for everything me an extension and trust me enough to be there for this handful of years.”
“We’ll see what the future holds next time. I’ve enjoyed my first two years here. It’s been great… It just feels like a very good partnership, and obviously winning basketball games and having a good team go a long way as well,” he added.