What happened
The San Antonio Spurs staved off elimination in the Western Conference finals with a commanding Game 6 victory, winning by 27 points. According to ESPN, it was the biggest playoff win in an elimination game in Spurs franchise history. The result sends the series back to Oklahoma City for a decisive Game 7.
Why it matters
The win keeps San Antonio alive after the Spurs entered Game 6 facing elimination. It also reframes the series as a single-game path to the NBA Finals. Whoever wins Game 7 advances; the loser's season ends.
By the numbers
San Antonio's 27-point margin stands as the largest playoff win in an elimination game in franchise history. The Spurs produced that performance with their season on the line, turning a potential exit into a series-tying statement.
What to watch next
The question heading into Game 7 is whether San Antonio can carry its Game 6 control onto the road in Oklahoma City. The do-or-die matchup decides the series, and the winner moves on to the NBA Finals.