The Western Conference Finals shifts to San Antonio for Game 3, with the series tied 1-1 and Victor Wembanyama looking to lead the Spurs to a crucial home win.<\/p>\n
The Thunder responded strongly in Game 2 to level the series, but now face a major hurdle heading into San Antonio.<\/p>\n
Jalen Williams is expected to miss after suffering another hamstring injury, which leaves a significant hole in OKC\u2019s offense and secondary playmaking.<\/p>\n
Meanwhile, the Spurs are hopeful both De\u2019Aaron Fox and Dylan Harper will be available, giving San Antonio a potential edge entering their first home game of the series.<\/p>\n
Oklahoma City have tried multiple defensive matchups on Wembanyama throughout the series, often landing on Alex Caruso as the primary defender.<\/p>\n
While that has helped limit some of Wemby\u2019s scoring efficiency, it has opened the door for him to dominate the glass.<\/p>\n
The Spurs superstar has already pulled down 14 offensive rebounds across the first two games and is averaging an absurd 20.5 rebounds for the series.<\/p>\n
With San Antonio eager to make a statement at home, expect massive minutes once again for Wembanyama and another huge rebounding performance.<\/p>\n
Jared McCain continues to prove a brilliant mid-season pickup for Oklahoma City.<\/p>\n
The former 76er\u2019s shooting and floor spacing become even more important if Jalen Williams is unavailable.<\/p>\n
McCain played 26 minutes in Game 2 and finished with 12 points despite shooting just 4-for-14 from the field.<\/p>\n
The volume is what matters here.<\/p>\n
He attempted the second most shots for OKC in Game 2, and if he sees similar usage again, clearing this points line should be very achievable.<\/p>\n
Castle continues to emerge as one of San Antonio\u2019s most reliable offensive weapons during this playoff run.<\/p>\n
The rookie guard backed it up again in Game 2 with 25 points and continues to thrive with the ball in his hands.<\/p>\n
Castle has now scored 15+ points in 12 of his last 13 games.<\/p>\n
Even if Fox returns, San Antonio are unlikely to move away from the current offensive structure that has worked so effectively throughout the playoffs.<\/p>\n