Wembanyama leads Spurs to brink as Timberwolves routed

May 13, 2026 - 08:29

Victor Wembanyama poured in 27 points to lead the San Antonio Spurs to a commanding 126-97 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Tuesday, putting the team just one win away from the NBA Western Conference finals. The Spurs controlled the game from start to finish, never letting the Timberwolves find a rhythm on either end of the floor.

San Antonio's offense clicked throughout the night, but it was their fourth-quarter performance that sealed the deal. The Spurs outscored Minnesota 35-24 in the final period, turning a comfortable lead into a full-blown rout. Wembanyama was not alone in the effort, as several teammates stepped up to keep the pressure on the Timberwolves defense.

Minnesota struggled to contain San Antonio's ball movement and could not find an answer for Wembanyama's length and skill around the rim. The loss puts the Timberwolves on the brink of elimination, while the Spurs now have a chance to close out the series in the next game. San Antonio will look to carry this momentum forward as they aim to secure a spot in the conference finals.