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Spurs’ Mitch Johnson explains polarizing decision in close loss to Timberwolves

The San Antonio Spurs found themselves trailing by two in the dying seconds of Game 1 of the Western Conference Semifinals. Instead of stopping the clock, coach Mitch Johnson let his guys play. The decision ultimately backfired, as the Minnesota Timberwolves escaped the Frost Bank Center with a gritty 104-102 victory to steal home-court advantage. […] The post Spurs’ Mitch Johnson explains polarizing decision in close loss to Timberwolves appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Chris Finch reveals what’s changed in Timberwolves’ playoff approach

If there’s one thing that everyone is guaranteed to see from the Minnesota Timberwolves under the tutelage of Chris Finch come playoff time, it’s that they will show up and rise to the occasion. Coming off a first-round upset of the higher-seeded Denver Nuggets, the Timberwolves just went out and took Game 1 of their […] The post Chris Finch reveals what’s changed in Timberwolves’ playoff approach appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Watch Anthony Edwards’ blatant travel that refs crucially missed in Timberwolves-Spurs Game 1

Despite a late scare, the Minnesota Timberwolves held on for the win, 104-102, against the San Antonio Spurs in Game 1 of their second-round face-off in the playoffs at Frost Bank Center on Monday. The Spurs had the chance to steal the win, but Julian Champagnie missed his three-pointer at the buzzer. The breaks of […] The post Watch Anthony Edwards’ blatant travel that refs crucially missed in Timberwolves-Spurs Game 1 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama faltered when needed most in Game 1 vs. Timberwolves

No one can ever question Victor Wembanyama’s impact on the defensive end of the floor for the San Antonio Spurs. But a team’s superstar has to get it done on both ends of the floor. In Game 1 of their Western Conference semifinal matchup against the Minnesota Timberwolves, Wembanyama disappeared when it mattered the most […] The post Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama faltered when needed most in Game 1 vs. Timberwolves appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Why Anthony Edwards is ‘disappointed’ after Game 1 win vs. Spurs

The Minnesota Timberwolves escaped San Antonio with a Game 1 victory on Monday night, just three days after taking down the Denver Nuggets in Game 6 back at home. Anthony Edwards returned from a nine-day absence due to a hyperextension and bone bruise in his left knee, helping his Wolves steal Game 1. Edwards finished […] The post Why Anthony Edwards is ‘disappointed’ after Game 1 win vs. Spurs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Spurs Could See Notable Change After Big Bulls News

As the San Antonio Spurs play through the second round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs, one of Mitch Johnson’s top assistants Sean Sweeney is becoming a hot name in the head coach market. Over in the Eastern Conference, the Chicago Bulls made an important move on Monday, as they finally hired their next front office […] The post Spurs Could See Notable Change After Big Bulls News appeared first on HEAVY.

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Anthony Edwards suffers injury scare in Game 1 vs. Spurs

The Minnesota Timberwolves need Anthony Edwards healthy if they’re going to take down the San Antonio Spurs in the second round of the NBA playoffs. They got their guy back for Game 1 to everyone’s surprise, but could it be a mistake? Edwards was made available for Game 1 between the Timberwolves and Spurs on […] The post Anthony Edwards suffers injury scare in Game 1 vs. Spurs appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Victor Wembanyama sets NBA record with absurd block total vs. Timberwolves

Victor Wembanyama ignited the Frost Bank Center crowd right away without dunking. The San Antonio Spurs star protected the rim immediately with an opening game swat to get the fans fired up. But that Monday block eventually became a prelude to a record-breaking NBA Playoffs mark against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Wembanyama blocked an astonishing 10 […] The post Victor Wembanyama sets NBA record with absurd block total vs. Timberwolves appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama makes history with block streak last seen in 2001

Victor Wembanyama is truly a special player. No 7’5 player should be able to move the way he does on the court, and yet here he is. His rare combination of height, mobility, and instincts already makes him the best rim protector in the league. In his first foray into the NBA playoffs, Wembanyama is […] The post Spurs’ Victor Wembanyama makes history with block streak last seen in 2001 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Timberwolves’ Anthony Edwards taunts Spurs bench in return from injury

It is good to see that nothing has changed with Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards in his return from a leg injury. Especially with his trash-talking. Edwards missed their last three games against the Denver Nuggets in the first round, and now that he is back in action, he is eager to beat the San […] The post Timberwolves’ Anthony Edwards taunts Spurs bench in return from injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Bulls rumors: Chicago insider names Spurs assistant as early coaching candidate

It’s already been a busy offseason for the Chicago Bulls. On Monday, they officially hired Bryson Graham to be their next Executive VP of Basketball Operations. Also, the search for a new head coach is still on following Billy Donovan’s departure in April. According to K.C. Johnson of the Chicago Sports Network, San Antonio Spurs […] The post Bulls rumors: Chicago insider names Spurs assistant as early coaching candidate appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Watch Timberwolves’ Anthony Edwards check in 9 days after painful injury

Anthony Edwards is back in action as he returned from injury during Game 1 of the Minnesota Timberwolves’ clash with the San Antonio Spurs in the West Semifinals on Monday night. Edwards is going through the sixth season of his NBA career with the Timberwolves. He has featured in the playoffs since 2022, showing significant […] The post Watch Timberwolves’ Anthony Edwards check in 9 days after painful injury appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Timberwolves’ Julius Randle posterizes Victor Wembanyama at the buzzer

The Minnesota Timberwolves, heading into their second-round matchup against the San Antonio Spurs in the 2026 NBA playoffs, have to be bracing for the fact that the Spurs’ defense is night and day better than the Denver Nuggets‘. Victor Wembanyama is the ultimate deterrent near the basket, and the Timberwolves will have to scale that […] The post Timberwolves’ Julius Randle posterizes Victor Wembanyama at the buzzer appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Victor Wembanyama, Rudy Gobert trade defensive blows early in Game 1

The NBA Playoffs second round started out in defensive fashion inside the Frost Bank Center. Victor Wembanyama of the San Antonio Spurs and Rudy Gobert of the Minnesota Timberwolves became an anticipated first postseason battle. And both executed tone-setting defensive moves right away. Wemby picked up on a driving layup and protected the rim with […] The post Victor Wembanyama, Rudy Gobert trade defensive blows early in Game 1 appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Timberwolves Get Key Front Office News Before Game 1 vs Spurs

The Minnesota Timberwolves pulled off a playoff upset in the first round of the 2026 NBA postseason. By defeating the Denver Nuggets in six games, the Timberwolves are firing up Game 1 of round two against the San Antonio Spurs on Monday, May 4. As the Timberwolves prepare for the matchup, some important news regarding […] The post Timberwolves Get Key Front Office News Before Game 1 vs Spurs appeared first on HEAVY.

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Spurs prepared for everything amid Anthony Edwards injury uncertainty

It looks like Anthony Edwards will play in Game 1 of the second round of the NBA Playoffs despite a nasty knee injury, even after it looked like he may not be available until later in the series. The good news is, the San Antonio Spurs have been approaching the opener as if they’ll line […] The post Spurs prepared for everything amid Anthony Edwards injury uncertainty appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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