Suddenly, we’re not talking about 2012 anymore. The Spurs regained control of the Western Conference Finals in a big way, blowing out the Thunder, 117-89.
Gregg Popovich dismantles reporter after Game 5

Ronald Martinez“You’re serious?” asked Popovich. “You really think I can explain that?”
San Antonio’s coach went on to question why the reporter was paid for his services. Everybody laughed, and the dance of weird, stoic responses interpreted as lighthearted camaraderie continued.
Read Article >Spurs take 3-2 series lead over Thunder

Soobum Im-USA TODAY SportsThe machine that is the Spurs was back in action on Thursday night, as San Antonio drubbed the Thunder, 117-89.
San Antonio corralled Westbrook after his 40-point Game 4 performance, holding him to just 12 shots and 21 points. No Thunder player had double-digit free throw attempts, and the Spurs dominated the charity line by a margin of 30-20.
Read Article >Gregg Popovich dances to ‘Pony’
/I’m just a bachelor.
Read Article >Tim Duncan gets kicked in the groin
Russell Westbrook with the dunk of the playoffs
Remember: This is a man who has had three knee surgeries since April of 2013. Maybe I should have a knee surgery so I can dunk, too.
Read Article >How big is the Ibaka effect?

Joe RobbinsHow to watch Spurs-Thunder Game 5

Joe RobbinsIbaka has averaged 12 points, 7.5 rebounds and 3.5 blocks in his two games since returning from a calf strain. His presence has not been lost on San Antonio, which averaged 116 points in the series’ first two games and 94.5 in the two games since Ibaka’s return.
Game 5 tips off Thursday on TNT at 9 p.m. ET.
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