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Victor Wembanyama News / Canis Hoopus / May 5
The Series-Defining Chess Match Between the Timberwolves and Victor Wembanyama 
In Game 1 of the Western Conference Semifinals series between the Minnesota Timberwolves and San Antonio Spurs, Victor Wembanyama showed why he was awarded the 2026 Defensive Player of the Year and seems poised to win the award for years to come.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 5
NBA insider declares Timberwolves’ fearless Wemby strategy the key to upsetting Spurs in Game 1
The Minnesota Timberwolves opened their second-round series with a 104-102 win over the San Antonio Spurs, and a fearless approach against Victor Wembanyama proved decisive.
The '20-point, 15-rebound Game 7's' quiz
How many of the players in NBA history to score at least 20 points and haul in at least 15 rebounds in Game 7 of a postseason series since the NBA/ABA merger can you name in five minutes?
Anthony Edwards News / AirJordanChronicles / May 5
Watch: Anthony Edwards’ Gesture Draws Attention Following Game 1 Victory
Minnesota Guard Anthony Edwards found a way to make a loud statement after pulling off a playoff upset. He did not need a post-game session to send a message to his opponents.
The 25 greatest playoff games in NBA history
In the NBA, it's all about showing up and showing out in the posteason. With that in mind, here are the 25 greatest NBA playoff games of all time.
Chris Finch News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / May 5
Did Refs Gift Wemby a Record? Finch Calls Out Ignored Goaltending Violations
The Timberwolves pulled off a Game 1 upset win in San Antonio despite a historic defensive performance from Victor Wembanyama. His 12 blocks set an NBA playoff record, but how many should've been called for a foul or goaltend?
NBA News / Total Pro Sports / May 5
Timberwolves vs. Spurs – 2026 NBA Playoffs: Prediction, Probable Starting Lineups, and Injury Updates (May 6)
Ahead of the Minnesota Timberwolves’ round 2 showdown, a positive Anthony Edwards update came in. And while he suited up against the San Antonio Spurs, the end result was a fascinating one.
NBA News / Athlon Sports / May 5
Anthony Edwards Shares Injury Update After Game 1 Against Spurs
Anthony Edwards was not expected to be on the floor Monday night. When the four-time All-Star hyperextended his left knee and suffered a bone bruise in Game 4 against the Denver Nuggets, the initial prognosis was multiple weeks on the sideline.
The 25 defining moments of LeBron James' career
LeBron's career can't go on forever, can it? If it were to end tomorrow, it would be the greatest run of sustained excellence the league has ever seen.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / May 5
Timberwolves guard had spicy message for Victor Wembanyama after Game 1
Minnesota Timberwolves guard Terrence Shannon Jr. wants Victor Wembanyama to know that he’s going to keep coming at him for the rest of their Western Conference semis.
Minnesota Timberwolves News / Fadeaway World / May 5
Mike Conley Compares Anthony Edwards’ Game 1 Return To His 2015 Playoff Heroics
The Minnesota Timberwolves received a huge boost ahead of Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinals as Anthony Edwards was upgraded to available. Although he came off the bench, Edwards played a vital role in helping the Wolves beat the Spurs 104-102 on the road.
Timberwolves’ Chris Finch has hilarious admission on Anthony Edwards’ return
As soon as Anthony Edwards began talking smack to the San Antonio Spurs, fans of the Minnesota Timberwolves probably said, “Okay, we’re good.” The Timberwolves escaped with a two-point win, 104-102, stunning the Spurs in Game 1 of their second-round series at Frost Bank Center on Monday.
Anthony Edwards News / Larry Brown Sports / May 5
Anthony Edwards had ‘disappointed’ reaction after winning Game 1
Anthony Edwards made his triumphant return in a Game 1 win to open the Western Conference semifinals. But you wouldn’t have assumed that, judging by his answer during his postgame interview.
NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / May 5
Timberwolves’ Chris Finch calls out Victor Wembanyama’s questionable blocks
The Minnesota Timberwolves silenced the crowd at Frost Bank Center on Monday after they upset the San Antonio Spurs, 104-102, in Game 1 of their second-round series.
NBA News / Yardbarker / May 5
Victor Wembanyama's offensive woes spoil historic defensive effort in Game 1 loss to Timberwolves
An historic defensive performance from San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama wasn't enough for the West's No. 2 seed to leave Game 1 of its Western Conference quarterfinals series versus the Minnesota Timberwolves with a win.
Minnesota Timberwolves News / Hoops Wire / May 4
Timberwolves interested in extension for Tim Connelly
The Timberwolves would like to keep Tim Connelly around for the long haul. Minnesota has interest in signing its president of basketball operations to a contract extension, according to Michael Scotto of HoopsHype.
Minnesota Timberwolves News / Hoops Rumors / May 4
Wolves’ Ayo Dosunmu Out For Monday’s Game 1
Timberwolves guard Ayo Dosunmu has been downgraded from questionable to out for Monday’s Game 1 matchup in San Antonio, the team announced (via Twitter).
Timberwolves get major update on Anthony Edwards
The Minnesota Timberwolves are getting an enormous boost with the latest news about Anthony Edwards. Edwards has been medically cleared to return for Game 1 of their Western Conference Semifinal series against the San Antonio Spurs, according to Shams Charania of ESPN.
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