Spark from Anthony Edwards off bench helps Timberwolves steal Game 1 on road from Spurs, 104-102

With two top-10 defenses facing off, points were always going to be hard to come by in a second-round series between Minnesota and San Antonio. Victor Wembanyama took that to another level — he had 12 blocks in Game 1, the most in a playoff game in 52 years. All of which is why Anthony Edwards' return from a bone bruise in his knee to play 25 minutes off the bench was so critical for Minnesota.

His 18 points were a huge boost, as was the emotion of just having him back on the floor. Mike Conley also gave the Timberwolves a boost, shooting 4-of-7 from 3-point range, and Julius Randle did the same, scoring 21, including a clutch bucket in the final minute. And yet, the Spurs had a good chance to win it.

Julian Champagnie — who set a Spurs franchise record this season for made 3-pointers — got a quality look at the game-winner. It just didn't fall. JULIAN CHAMPAGNIE'S SHOT AT THE BUZZER RIMS OUT AND THE WOLVES TAKE GAME 1!

pic. twitter. com/vwe3s3gUNq — NBA on NBC and Peacock (@NBAonNBC) May 5, 2026 Minnesota stole Game 1 on the road by the score of 104-102.