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San Antonio Spurs defeat Minnesota Timberwolves 126-97

The San Antonio Spurs defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 126-97 on Wednesday night, taking a 3-2 lead in the series. Victor Wembanyama was the standout player with 27 points and 17 rebounds.

San Antonio Spurs defeat Minnesota Timberwolves 126-97
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In the fifth game of the best-of-seven NBA playoff series, the Spurs secured a decisive victory against the Timberwolves. Victor Wembanyama, who was sidelined early in the previous game due to an elbow strike, delivered an impressive performance, scoring 27 points to become the game's top scorer. He also grabbed 17 rebounds, playing a crucial role in his team's success.

With this win, the Spurs are now just one step away from the Conference Finals. On Friday, they have the opportunity to secure their spot in the semifinals when they face the Timberwolves in Minneapolis. The winner of this series will meet the defending champions, the Oklahoma City Thunder, who swept the Los Angeles Lakers 4-0 in their series.

Anthony Edwards was the standout player for the Timberwolves, scoring 20 points. The Spurs now have a chance to qualify for the next round and continue their pursuit of the championship.