May 26, 2026
PLAYER PERFORMANCE
Oklahoma City Thunder
His performance was fueled by an aggressive, foul-drawing approach that led to 16-of-17 shooting from the free-throw line. This generated a massive +18.3 Offense credit, though it was partially offset by an uncharacteristically high 6 turnovers.
He operated as a high-volume scorer, taking 19 shots to get his 20 points in a performance that was more aggressive than efficient. Despite the volume, his +5.5 Offense credit shows he provided a needed scoring punch.
A dominant interior presence defined his game, pairing efficient scoring (6/8 FG) with monstrous work on the glass (15 rebounds). His defensive impact was immense, holding opponents to just 4/15 (27%) shooting when he was the nearest defender.
Efficient scoring and strong rebounding drove his performance, as he posted 16 points (6/9 FG) and 11 boards. This offensive production generated a +12.9 Offense credit, though it was somewhat diminished by 3 turnovers.
His impact was concentrated on the defensive end, where he held opponents to 2/8 (25%) shooting. Offensively, he was a low-volume contributor, scoring 7 points in his 18 minutes of action.
A stellar all-around defensive game was his calling card, generating a +9.3 Defense credit through 4 deflections, 2 blocks, and 2 steals. He added 5 assists and committed zero turnovers, showcasing a high-feel, low-usage offensive performance.
He erupted for a highly efficient 22-point performance, shooting 4/8 from three and a perfect 8/8 from the line. This offensive explosion, combined with 3 steals, drove a massive +19.8 Offense credit and a +7.9 Defense credit.
He served his role as a floor-spacing big, hitting one of his two 3-point attempts and grabbing 4 rebounds. His contributions were modest in 17 minutes, with his Defense credit dipping slightly into the negative (-0.8).
Perfect shooting efficiency defined his 12-minute stint, going 3/3 from the field and 2/2 from deep for 8 points. This flawless offensive burst generated a +9.3 Offense credit, providing a potent spark off the bench.
His 1:46 of playing time was notable only for a single deflection and a steal. He made a minor positive impact on defense (+1.6) in his brief, low-leverage minutes.
He saw the floor for just 46 seconds at the end of the game. His appearance was too short to register any statistics or make a tangible impact.
He played less than a minute and his only statistical contribution was a single foul. His time on the court was too brief to make any meaningful impact.
San Antonio Spurs
A difficult shooting night from the field (4/15 FG) was offset by his ability to manufacture points at the charity stripe, going a perfect 12/12. Despite lower-than-usual rebounding, his +11.3 Defense credit shows he remained a significant two-way presence.
A brutal shooting night (2/11 FG) erased his offensive contributions, but Vassell found other ways to impact the game. His +7.8 Defense credit was driven by generating 3 steals, double his season average.
This was a masterful two-way performance, driven by hyper-efficient scoring (7/11 FG) that generated a +20.8 Offense credit. He was just as impactful on the other end, holding his matchups to 33% shooting and collecting 6 deflections.
With his shot abandoning him (4/15 FG), he shifted his focus to playmaking and defense. His 8 assists were well above his 5.7 average, and his defensive activity produced 5 deflections and 3 steals, driving his +5.5 Defense credit.
An efficient scoring outburst defined his night, as he poured in 22 points on 53% shooting, nearly double his season average. His +16.4 Offense credit reflects his role as a primary bucket-getter, complemented by 3 steals on the defensive end.
His value came almost exclusively on defense, where he held opponents to a stellar 2/11 (18%) shooting. Offensively, he was a non-factor, scoring just 5 points on 1/5 shooting and committing 3 turnovers.
He provided an efficient scoring punch in his 20 minutes, scoring 15 points on 7/13 shooting to generate a +10.9 Offense credit. His value was one-dimensional, however, as his Defense credit was a slight negative (-0.9).
His 8 minutes on the floor were largely invisible, failing to record a point or a rebound while committing 3 fouls. His negative defensive impact (-1.8) was the most notable part of his brief outing.
He made the most of his limited court time, scoring 7 points in just 5:02 on an efficient 3/5 shooting. This brief but effective offensive burst was the sole driver of his performance, generating a +5.2 Offense credit.
In just under 4 minutes of action, he was a complete non-factor, failing to record a single statistic. His minimal court time resulted in zero contribution across the board, reflected in his +0.0 scores for Offense, Hustle, and Defense.
His 2:13 of court time were a net negative, marked only by a single turnover and a foul. He failed to make any positive statistical contributions, resulting in negative Offense (-0.7) and Defense (-0.8) credits.
His entire contribution came from the free-throw line, where he scored 2 points in just 2:13 of action. This resulted in a small positive Offense credit of +2.4 in an otherwise empty stat line.
He was on the floor for just 2:13, contributing a single rebound and a screen assist. His brief appearance was defined by minor defensive lapses, leading to a -1.2 Defense credit.
He provided a quick scoring burst in garbage time, hitting a field goal and two free throws for 4 points in just 2:13. This hyper-efficient cameo generated a +4.9 Offense credit in his limited minutes.
