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Spurs Host Timberwolves as Minnesota Chases Season Sweep

A rest advantage along with Anthony Edwards' uncertain status tilts expectations toward San Antonio.

MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - JANUARY 11: Stephon Castle #5 of the San Antonio Spurs commits an offensive foul against Jaden McDaniels #3 of the Minnesota Timberwolves in the fourth quarter at Target Center on January 11, 2026 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Timberwolves defeated the Spurs 104-103. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by David Berding/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Tipoff is set for 8:00 p.m. ET Saturday at Frost Bank Center in San Antonio.
  • Minnesota has won both prior meetings this season and seeks a 3–0 sweep of the series.
  • Edwards missed his second straight game Friday with a sore right foot, and his availability for Saturday remained in question.
  • San Antonio enters off a 119-101 rout of Milwaukee, powered by Victor Wembanyama’s 22 points and 10 rebounds on 5-of-6 three-point shooting.
  • The Timberwolves arrive on the second night of a back-to-back after a 110-105 loss in Houston, where Julius Randle scored a season-high 39 points as late free throws and turnovers proved costly.