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What Are Spurs Waiting for Thursday Night?
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sports15h ago

What Are Spurs Waiting for Thursday Night?

  • The Spurs clinched their first playoff series victory since 2017 by beating the Trail Blazers in five games.
  • San Antonio expects either the Nuggets or Timberwolves in the Western Semifinals and remains ready to face either matchup.
  • Julian Champagnie said he personally wants to play sooner, signaling a sense of urgency in the Spurs’ approach.
  • Coach Mitch Johnson emphasized stepping up in the paint and in transition as areas for improvement.
  • The Spurs plan to maximize rest and home-court advantage as they await Round 2.
  • The schedule for the Western Conference Semifinals was released with dates but no times or opponents.
  • Spurs coach and players stressed readiness to compete against a familiar, tough semifinal opponent.
  • The article notes the team’s health status and Wembanyama's return as pivotal for Round 2 readiness.
  • Spurs players highlighted improvements in the paint, rebounding, and transition game.
  • The piece frames the Round 1 win as a milestone since 2017, fueling the team’s momentum.
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West Semis: What Are Spurs Up Against vs. Wolves?
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sports11h ago

West Semis: What Are Spurs Up Against vs. Wolves?

  • Spurs clinched their first playoff series win since 2017 by beating Portland in five games, earning a Western Conference semifinal showdown.
  • Minnesota eliminated Denver 4-2 to advance and will visit San Antonio for Game 1 of the semifinals.
  • Victor Wembanyama has produced strong showings against Minnesota, averaging 34 points and eight rebounds in two meetings this season.
  • Anthony Edwards is expected to miss multiple weeks with a left knee injury but Minnesota expects him to face the Spurs later in the series.
  • Donte DiVincenzo is out for the postseason with a torn Achilles, narrowing Minnesota’s guard rotation.
  • Ayo Dosunmu is expected to return for Round 2 after missing Game 6 with knee soreness.
  • Spurs coach Mitch Johnson says the team is ready to step up and swing, embracing the challenge of a tougher postseason series.
  • The Spurs’ upcoming series with Minnesota marks a clash of rising stars and established postseason experience.
  • Saturday’s coverage notes the Nuggets’ choice on playoff matchups and Minnesota’s retention of a chance at the title.
  • The Timberwolves and Spurs will compete in San Antonio with a suggested Monday kickoff and tip times to be announced.
  • The season series between San Antonio and Minnesota ended 1-2, with earlier meetings shaped by a late 3-pointer miss and Wembanyama’s high-scoring games.
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