Victor Wembanyama's uncharacteristic struggles were a major topic of conversation when the San Antonio Spurs spoke to the media following their 127-114 loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals on Tuesday night.

The Thunder held Victor Wembanyama in check while Shai Gilgeous-Alexander went off for 32 points in the win.

Chet Holmgren had 16 points and 11 rebounds in the Oklahoma City Thunder's Game 5 win Tuesday over the San Antonio Spurs. Cooper Neill / OKLAHOMA CITY — The talk on the team plane centered on a player the Oklahoma City Thunder had not seen in weeks.

For Oklahoma City Thunder All-Star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Alex Caruso is one of the best competitors in the NBA. The veteran guard tends to elevate his game to new heights in the playoffs, and Game 5's 127-114 win against the San Antonio Spurs was no different.

Game 5 on Tuesday night saw the Oklahoma City Thunder push the San Antonio Spurs closer to elimination with a 127-114 victory at Paycom Center. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander carved up San Antonio’s defense for 32 points to give Oklahoma City a 3-2 lead in the Western Conference Finals.

Thunder guard Jared McCain revealed the on-court message he received from the Spurs following a series of brutal, late-game fourth-quarter fouls.

In a crucial Game 5, Oklahoma City moved 3-2 ahead in the series after a tremendous display from Shai Gilgeous-Alexander - but fans are adamant they are getting some luck on the court.

The San Antonio Spurs take on the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 5 of the Western Conference finals. The series is tied 2-2 after the Spurs’ Game 4 victory. Oklahoma City is favored with a -192 moneyline compared to San Antonio's +159.