Stephon Castle Calls Out Officiating After Spurs' Game 5 Loss to Thunder
Summary
The San Antonio Spurs lost Game 5 of the Western Conference Finals to the Oklahoma City Thunder by a score of 127-114, falling behind 3-2 in the series. Spurs guard Stephon Castle expressed frustration about the referees, saying the Spurs were not allowed to play as physically on defense as the Thunder were.Key Facts
- The Spurs lost Game 5 to the Thunder with a score of 127-114.
- The Spurs now trail the series 3-2.
- Stephon Castle said the Spurs don’t get the same freedom to play physical defense as the Thunder.
- The Spurs were called for seven more fouls than the Thunder.
- Despite more fouls, the Spurs only had six fewer free throw attempts than the Thunder.
- Victor Wembanyama scored 20 points but struggled with shooting, hitting 4 of 15 shots.
- Castle had a strong game with 24 points, six assists, five rebounds, and three steals.
- Game 6 will be played at the Spurs’ home court, and if needed, Game 7 would be in Oklahoma City.
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