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This season, San Antonio is everything that Utah is not. They boast certifiable stars in Victor Wembanyama and De’Aaron Fox. They have nailed their recent draft picks like Stephon Castle and Dylan Harper. Utah hopes to compete in the distant future; San Antonio promises to confront them in the Playoffs if that day ever arrives.
The Minnesota Timberwolves pay a visit to the San Antonio Spurs Saturday. Tip-off from Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas, is set for 8 p.m. ET.
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San Antonio vs. Minnesota, Final Score: Spurs prevent another Timberwolves comeback, win 126-123
It was closer than it probably should have been, but the Spurs finally snapped their losing streak to the Wolves.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander scored 34 points as the OKC Thunder snapped a three-game skid against Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs with a 119-98 win Tuesday night.
Anthony Edwards remains questionable for the Minnesota Timberwolves' game against the San Antonio Spurs on January 17, 2026. A lingering right foot issue affects his availability. His absence impacts the team's offense and playoff race.
The Thunder dominated the second half and secured a 119–98 victory over the Spurs in their revenge game in their home court.
It says a lot about the San Antonio Spurs' progress this season that recent postgame criticism centered not on winning and losing but on how their latest victory was accomplished.
The San Antonio Spurs are set to host the Minnesota Timberwolves tonight at 8:00 p.m. ET. Despite Stephon Castle being questionable and Devin Vassell out, the Spurs will rely on Victor Wembanyama and De'Aaron Fox.