Wembanyama and Spurs rebound to level against Timberwolves in NBA Playoffs

Spurs rout Timberwolves 133-95 to even playoff series as Wembanyama and Castle lead balanced attack | Contesto: cronaca

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The San Antonio Spurs delivered a commanding response in their NBA Playoffs first-round series, crushing the Minnesota Timberwolves 133-95 on Thursday night to level the series at one game apiece. Rookie guard Stephon Castle poured in 21 points and star center Victor Wembanyama added 19 as the Spurs never trailed, silencing a raucous home crowd in Minneapolis. The blowout victory came just two days after the Timberwolves took Game 1 with a narrow 112-108 win, raising questions about San Antonio’s ability to contain Minnesota’s frontcourt. But from the opening tip, the Spurs dictated the pace, shooting 56 percent from the field and holding the Timberwolves to 39 percent. Castle, the fourth overall pick in the 2024 draft, also dished out six assists and grabbed five rebounds, showcasing the poise that has made him a cornerstone of San Antonio’s rebuild. Wembanyama, the 2024 Rookie of the Year, was efficient in just 28 minutes, hitting 8 of 14 shots while blocking three shots and altering countless others. His presence on defense forced Minnesota into contested jumpers and limited star guard Anthony Edwards to 14 points on 5-of-16 shooting. The Spurs’ bench outscored the Timberwolves’ reserves 52-28, a margin that underscored the depth Gregg Popovich has cultivated in his young roster. The game marked a stark contrast from the series opener, where Minnesota’s physicality and transition offense overwhelmed San Antonio. Adjustments by Popovich included switching more aggressively on screens and pushing the ball in transition, leading to 28 fast-break points. The Spurs also dominated the glass, grabbing 46 rebounds to Minnesota’s 34, with forward Jeremy Sochan contributing 12 points and 10 rebounds. Elsewhere in the playoffs, the New York Knicks took a commanding 2-0 lead over the Philadelphia 76ers with a 104-101 victory earlier in the evening. Jalen Brunson scored 29 points for the Knicks, who now head to Philadelphia for Game 3 with a chance to seize control of the series. The Spurs, meanwhile, return to San Antonio for Game 3 on Saturday, where they will look to build on their momentum and take a series lead for the first time. The Timberwolves face a critical...

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