Edwards helps Timberwolves to win over Spurs despite Wembanyama’s playoff record
Summary
Anthony Edwards returned from a knee injury to help the Minnesota Timberwolves win 104-102 against the San Antonio Spurs in Game 1 of the Western Conference semi-finals. Victor Wembanyama set a playoff record with 12 blocked shots but the Spurs lost at home. In another playoff game, the New York Knicks beat the Philadelphia 76ers by a large margin.Key Facts
- Anthony Edwards scored 18 points, including 11 in the last quarter, after returning early from a knee injury.
- Edwards was expected to miss two games but was cleared to play right before Game 1.
- Victor Wembanyama had 11 points, 15 rebounds, and set an NBA playoff record with 12 blocked shots in the game.
- The Spurs lost at home for only the second time in 17 playoff series openers.
- The New York Knicks defeated the Philadelphia 76ers 137-98 in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference semi-finals.
- Knicks player Jalen Brunson scored 35 points, with 27 in the first half.
- The Knicks are the first team in NBA history to win three straight playoff games by at least 25 points.
- The article mentions the importance of upcoming games as both series continue.
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