EmailPrintOpen Extended ReactionsIt has been two years and 33 games since the Oklahoma City Thunder have been underdogs in the playoffs, a streak that puts them in line with the Chicago Bulls' dynasty of the 1990s.The Thunder's streak, however, is in jeopardy Friday against the San Antonio Spurs in Game 3 of the Western Conference finals.The Spurs entered Friday as a 1.5-point favorite over Oklahoma City.If the line holds, the Thunder will be playoff underdogs for the first time since Game 6 of the 2024 Western Conference semifinals against the Dallas Mavericks.The Thunder's 33-game streak is the third longest since 1990, according to ESPN Research.The 2015-16 Golden State Warriors own the longest streak, having been favored in 36 consecutive playoff games. The Michael Jordan-led Bulls were favored in 34 straight playoff games from 1995 to 97.The Thunder were only underdogs in four games this regular season.The San Antonio-Oklahoma City series is tied 1-1. The Thunder are -150 favorites to win the series at DraftKings Sportsbook, with the Spurs listed at +138.
