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Victor Wembanyama celebrating the Spurs' win over the Timberwolves
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Spurs defeat Timberwolves 126-97 to take 3-2 series lead

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The San Antonio Spurs routed the Minnesota Timberwolves 126-97 in Game 5 on Tuesday to grab a 3-2 advantage in their Western Conference semifinal series. Victor Wembanyama led the way with 27 points, 17 rebounds, five assists and three blocks. The win puts San Antonio one victory away from a conference finals matchup with the Oklahoma City Thunder.

The San Antonio Spurs aim to close out their Western Conference semifinal series against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday night at Target Center.

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The top-seeded Oklahoma City Thunder were scheduled to battle the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 3 of their Western Conference semifinal series on Saturday night at Crypto.com Arena.

The Phoenix Suns will host the Chicago Bulls on Thursday night, aiming to secure a third consecutive victory and close the gap in the Western Conference playoff race. Phoenix enters with a 35-26 record after a recent win over the Sacramento Kings, while the Bulls have struggled, losing 15 of their last 17 games. The game tips off at 9 p.m. ET at the Mortgage Matchup Center in Phoenix.

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The Oklahoma City Thunder face the New York Knicks in an NBA game on Wednesday, March 4, 2026, at Madison Square Garden. OKC enters as the Western Conference top seed after winning last season's championship, while the Knicks aim for their fourth straight postseason appearance. The Thunder are 4-point favorites with an over/under of 221.5 points.

Portland Trail Blazers forward Deni Avdija earned his first NBA All-Star selection as a Western Conference reserve, becoming the first Israeli player to achieve the honor. The announcement highlighted debates over snubs like Kawhi Leonard, while LeBron James secured his 22nd consecutive nod. Avdija's breakout season has propelled Portland toward a play-in spot.

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Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic is expected to make his return from a hyperextended left knee injury against the Los Angeles Clippers after missing 16 games since late December. The three-time MVP's comeback keeps him in contention for season awards, provided he meets the 65-game eligibility threshold. With the Nuggets holding a strong Western Conference position, his return bolsters their playoff push.

 

 

 

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