Spurs rout Timberwolves to level series, Knicks go 2-0 up on 76ers
San Antonio Spurs and New York Knicks secured crucial victories in their respective NBA playoff series, leveling one and taking a 2-0 lead in the other.
Mehmet Şahinoğlu ·
The San Antonio Spurs overwhelmed the Minnesota Timberwolves 133-95 on Wednesday, May 7, 2026, in San Antonio to level their Western Conference semifinal series at 1-1.
Victor Wembanyama posted 19 points and 15 rebounds as the Spurs took control asourceser the opening quarter, turning a seven-point first-period edge into a 24-point halsourcesime lead. San Antonio stretched the margin to 98-63 through three quarters and cruised to a 38-point win.
Game 3 of the best-of-seven series is scheduled for Friday in Minneapolis.
In the Eastern Conference semifinals, the New York Knicks beat the Philadelphia 76ers 108-102 to take a 2-0 series lead.
Jalen Brunson scored 26 points, including eight in the fourth quarter, as New York finished the game on a 12-3 run. Philadelphia managed 12 points on 4-of-19 shooting in the final period.
Game 3 is set for Friday in Philadelphia. The 76ers played without Joel Embiid, who was sidelined by ankle and hip injuries.