In a thrilling matchup, Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs defeated Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves in six games to advance to the 2026 Western Conference Finals. Following this victory, Nike took the opportunity to mock Adidas' 'Believe That' campaign, which features Edwards, by posting an image of an alien with the phrase 'Believe This' on social media. This playful exchange ignited a wave of reactions from NBA fans, with many labeling Nike's move as 'violence' and 'elite return fire'. Wembanyama's impressive performance included an average of 20.3 points, 10.7 rebounds, and 4.1 blocks per game, proving pivotal in the series. Meanwhile, Edwards managed to average 23.6 points despite dealing with a knee issue. Patrick Beverley, a former Timberwolves player, praised Wembanyama's potential, calling him the 'best player in the NBA' and highlighting his future growth. The Spurs are now set to face the Oklahoma City Thunder, who have struggled against them this season, in the Conference Finals, with Game 1 scheduled for Monday at 7:30 p.m. ET.