Wembanyama returns, Spurs rout Wolves for 3-2 lead in NBA Playoff series
Summary
Victor Wembanyama scored 27 points and grabbed 17 rebounds to help the San Antonio Spurs beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 126-97 in Game 5 of their NBA playoff series. The Spurs took a 3-2 lead in the series with strong team play after Wembanyama returned from a suspension.Key Facts
- The Spurs lead the Western Conference semifinal series 3-2 after winning Game 5.
- Victor Wembanyama returned after being ejected in Game 4 and scored 27 points with 17 rebounds.
- The Spurs opened the game strong, leading by as many as 18 points in the second quarter.
- Minnesota Timberwolves briefly tied the score early in the third quarter.
- San Antonio scored 30 of the last 42 points in the third quarter to build a big lead.
- Keldon Johnson added 21 points off the bench for the Spurs.
- The Timberwolves were led by Anthony Edwards with 20 points.
- The Spurs played with discipline and team effort, according to coach Mitch Johnson.
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