The 5 details that Oklahoma City Thunder must improve against Wembanyama's Spurs

A game for the history books, a duel that will be remembered for a long time, and whose consequences will only be known in the days to come. Oklahoma City Thunder licks its wounds after falling at home in double overtime in the first game of a 2026 NBA playoffs series that promises to be long, tough, and full of nuances. What should the champions change?

If there's one thing that characterizes Oklahoma City Thunder, it's their deep roster, but this advantage dissipates when some key players don't perform anywhere near their potential. Dort, McCain, and especially Mitchell need to step up their game in the upcoming matches, taking advantage of the gaps left by the overemphasis on Shai and assuming responsibilities courageously. Caruso, the X factor, kept a team alive where their luxury subs fell short.

Moreover, it is crucial for them to find a way to stop the rebound hemorrhage caused by Wemby and his followers. The difference in this aspect of the game was staggering, with 61 rebounds for the Spurs and 40 for a Thunder team that needs much more from Hartenstein and Holmgren on both ends of the court. Rebounding should be a collective effort, with the guards also crashing the paint and consistently boxing out opponents.

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