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Spurs Answer Game 1 Setback With 38-Point Rout of Timberwolves

De'Aaron Fox and Victor Wembanyama responded from difficult series-opening performances to power San Antonio past Minnesota. The 38-point margin marked the Timberwolves' largest playoff defeat.

Elena Kowalski
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De'Aaron Fox and Victor Wembanyama delivered the response San Antonio needed, leading the Spurs to a commanding 38-point playoff win over the Minnesota Timberwolves.

After both players struggled in the series opener, Fox and Wembanyama bounced back with strong performances as San Antonio took control and handed Minnesota the largest playoff defeat in franchise history.

San Antonio Regains Its Footing

The Spurs entered the matchup looking to recover from a shaky start to the series, and their top stars set the tone. Fox provided the pace and attacking pressure, while Wembanyama helped anchor San Antonio’s effort on both ends as the game quickly moved out of reach.

The result gave San Antonio a decisive response after dropping the opener, showing a sharp turnaround from the uneven play that defined the first game. For Minnesota, the loss represented a difficult night at both ends and a historic low point in its postseason record book.