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Spurs Clinch Series, Set Record with 18 Threes

5/17/2026

Summary

Story summary

The San Antonio Spurs defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 139-109 on May 15, 2026, clinching the series 4-2.
Stephon Castle scored 32 points as the Spurs set a franchise record with 18 three-pointers.
Minnesota’s offense faltered, with Julius Randle scoring three points on 1-for-8 shooting and Rudy Gobert finishing scoreless as it was out-rebounded 60-29.
Injuries sidelined Donte DiVincenzo (Achilles) and limited Ayo Dosunmu with a calf issue, yet Edwards competed despite a knee injury.

History

Historical Context

In 1995 the Houston Rockets captured their second consecutive NBA title as a sixth seed, winning nine road playoff games without home-court advantage. That underdog triumph showed teams could succeed without traditional advantages, a lesson echoed in the San Antonio Spurs’ 2026 playoff run, where their heavy three-point shooting reshapes modern strategies.

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Story summary

The San Antonio Spurs defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 139-109 on May 15, 2026, clinching the series 4-2.
Stephon Castle scored 32 points as the Spurs set a franchise record with 18 three-pointers.
Minnesota’s offense faltered, with Julius Randle scoring three points on 1-for-8 shooting and Rudy Gobert finishing scoreless as it was out-rebounded 60-29.
Injuries sidelined Donte DiVincenzo (Achilles) and limited Ayo Dosunmu with a calf issue, yet Edwards competed despite a knee injury.

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