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Edwards Returns, Wembanyama Aims 28+ in Spurs Opener

5/5/2026

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Timberwolves Take On Spurs

Minnesota Timberwolves opened Game 1 of the series against the San Antonio Spurs on Monday night, with Anthony Edwards returning after a hyper-extended knee while Victor Wembanyama, back from a break, was projected over 27.5 points.
Betting line listed Spurs at -525, Timberwolves at +390, and series spread at Spurs -1.5 priced -220.
Jaden McDaniels, who logged five-plus rebounds in first-round games, expected to secure at least five rebounds in Game 1.

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Timberwolves Eye Giannis

Minnesota is likely to remain a luxury-tax offender but stay under the second apron, avoiding the harshest penalties.
The Wolves, with Ayo Dosunmu and Tyler DiVincenzo, are linked to Giannis Antetokounmpo but may not sacrifice core players.
Michael Porter Jr. carries a $40 million expiring contract that the Timberwolves would struggle to accommodate.
Trey Murphy, a three-year 3-and-D wing, draws interest as a fit for Minnesota’s timeline despite limited draft assets.

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Timberwolves Take On Spurs

Minnesota Timberwolves opened Game 1 of the series against the San Antonio Spurs on Monday night, with Anthony Edwards returning after a hyper-extended knee while Victor Wembanyama, back from a break, was projected over 27.5 points.
Betting line listed Spurs at -525, Timberwolves at +390, and series spread at Spurs -1.5 priced -220.
Jaden McDaniels, who logged five-plus rebounds in first-round games, expected to secure at least five rebounds in Game 1.

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