San Antonio Spurs vs Oklahoma City Thunder - 5 Talking Points

#3 It was a game of runs

Westbrook and George combined for 7 steals in the game

The high defensive effort exerted by both teams allowed both of them to go on several runs throughout the game. While there were a number of dry scoring spells for both teams simultaneously, more often than not, it was one team using transition opportunities to either cut back a deficit or to open up a small lead.

The total momentum swing of the game was just 17 points, with the Thunder's lead closing at a maximum of 7 and the Spurs' largest lead standing at 10 points. There were a total of 10 lead changes and 7 ties in the game. The Thunder managed to hold the Spurs to 7 successive scoreless possessions at one point in the 3rd quarter.