The San Antonio Spurs and Minnesota Timberwolves meet in Game 6 of the Western Conference Semifinals. The game is set for Friday, May 15, 2026, at the Target Center. The Spurs lead the series 3–2 and aim to close it out on the road.
San Antonio, coached by Mitch Johnson, enters the game with a 7-3 postseason record. They recently defeated the Timberwolves 126-97 in Game 5. Meanwhile, the Timberwolves, under Coach Chris Finch, hold a 6-5 record in the postseason. They need a win at home to keep their playoff hopes alive.
San Antonio Spurs Team Preview
The San Antonio Spurs are entering their next game after a strong performance against the Minnesota Timberwolves. In their last game, they won by 29 points with a score of 126-97. Victor Wembanyama led the team with 27 points, 17 rebounds, and 5 assists.
During the postseason, the Spurs are averaging 114.7 points per game. They rank 5th in field goal percentage with a 48.4% shooting rate. Their defense is also strong, allowing only 101.8 points per game, which is 4th best.
Key players for the Spurs this postseason include Victor Wembanyama, who averages 20.4 points and 11.2 rebounds per game. Stephon Castle also contributes with 18.7 points and 6.1 assists per game. De’Aaron Fox rounds out the top performers, with 18.6 points and 5.5 assists per game.
Minnesota Timberwolves Team Preview
The Minnesota Timberwolves are coming off a recent loss to the San Antonio Spurs. They scored 97 points while shooting 38.6% from the field. Ayo Dosunmu led the team with 16 points and 9 rebounds in the game.
In their previous home game, the Timberwolves secured a win against the Spurs. Anthony Edwards was the standout player, scoring 36 points and grabbing 6 rebounds. The team shot 44.7% from the field in that game.
During the postseason, the Timberwolves have averaged 108.2 points per game. They rank high in possessions per game and rebounds per game. However, their field goal percentage ranks 13th, indicating room for improvement.
Betting Prediction
The Spurs are favored by 5 points against the Timberwolves. Their strong offense and defense make this spread a good pick. The Spurs score 114.7 points per game, while allowing only 101.8 points.
The Spurs’ field goal percentage is 48.4, ranked 5th in the league. Their defense allows only 40.9% shooting, the best in the league. This combination of offensive and defensive strength supports picking the Spurs to cover the spread.
The Timberwolves score 108.2 points per game, ranking 10th. However, their defense allows 111.8 points per game. The Spurs’ ability to score and defend effectively gives them an edge to win by more than 5 points.
- Pick: Spurs -5.0
