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Spurs Up 3-1, Wembanyama 27 Points & Seven Blocks

4/29/2026

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Summary

Story summary

The San Antonio Spurs host the Portland Trail Blazers on April 28, 2026, leading series 3-1 after a 114-93 win in which Victor Wembanyama posted 27 points and seven blocks.
Missing Damian Lillard, Portland relies on Deni Avdija’s 26 and Scoot Henderson’s 31.
Betting lines favor the Spurs at –650, the Blazers at +475, a –12.5 spread and 215.5 over/under, and give San Antonio an 83 % win chance favoring the Over.

History

Historical Context

After the Spurs captured their first NBA title in 1999—defeating the New York Knicks 4-1 and becoming the league’s first former ABA champion—Tim Duncan launched a 15-year dynasty. The franchise’s playoff consistency resurfaces in 2026, when San Antonio leads the Portland Trail Blazers 3-1 in the Western semifinals, echoing the impact of elite big men like Duncan and rookie Victor Wembanyama.

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Story summary

The San Antonio Spurs host the Portland Trail Blazers on April 28, 2026, leading series 3-1 after a 114-93 win in which Victor Wembanyama posted 27 points and seven blocks.
Missing Damian Lillard, Portland relies on Deni Avdija’s 26 and Scoot Henderson’s 31.
Betting lines favor the Spurs at –650, the Blazers at +475, a –12.5 spread and 215.5 over/under, and give San Antonio an 83 % win chance favoring the Over.

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