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Spurs Edge Timberwolves: Edwards Scores 55, Wembanyama Shines

1/19/2026

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Spurs Triumph Over Timberwolves

The San Antonio Spurs defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 126-123 on January 17, 2026.
Anthony Edwards of the Minnesota Timberwolves scored a career-high 55 points.
Victor Wembanyama of the San Antonio Spurs scored 39 points and secured a crucial rebound in the final seconds.
Edwards and Wembanyama expressed mutual respect, with Edwards enjoying the competition and Wembanyama calling it an honor to face top talent.

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Wembanyama Shaves Head

Victor Wembanyama of the San Antonio Spurs and Keldon Johnson shaved their heads after a loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder.
Keldon Johnson initiated the idea to match his bald friends, and they buzzed their hair in a van.
Johnson said the experience was fun, though cold weather affected his head.
The Spurs aim to regain momentum against the Milwaukee Bucks, hoping the new look brings good luck.

History

Historical Context

The 1985 NBA Draft, held on June 18, marked the introduction of the lottery system aimed at preventing teams from intentionally losing games for better draft picks. The New York Knicks won the inaugural lottery, selecting Georgetown's Patrick Ewing first overall. This pivotal moment reshaped franchise strategies, influencing teams like the Spurs and Timberwolves to pursue top talent in a more competitive league.

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Spurs Triumph Over Timberwolves

The San Antonio Spurs defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 126-123 on January 17, 2026.
Anthony Edwards of the Minnesota Timberwolves scored a career-high 55 points.
Victor Wembanyama of the San Antonio Spurs scored 39 points and secured a crucial rebound in the final seconds.
Edwards and Wembanyama expressed mutual respect, with Edwards enjoying the competition and Wembanyama calling it an honor to face top talent.

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