With the win, San Antonio closes out the series in dominant fashion and sets up a highly anticipated matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder, who swept the Los Angeles Lakers in the other semifinal.
The Spurs controlled the game from the opening minutes and never allowed Minnesota to establish any rhythm. A massive 20-0 run early in the second quarter completely shifted momentum and gave San Antonio a lead the Timberwolves could never recover from. The Spurs eventually stretched the advantage to as many as 34 points.
Leading the charge was rookie standout Stephon Castle, who delivered a career-defining playoff performance with 32 points, 11 rebounds, and 6 assists while shooting 11-of-16 from the field and 5-of-7 from three-point range.
At just 21 years old, Castle became the youngest player in NBA playoff history to record at least 30 points, 10 rebounds, 5 assists, and 5 made three-pointers in a single postseason game, surpassing a previous record held by Luka Dončić.
San Antonio’s offense looked nearly unstoppable throughout the night. The team knocked down 18 three-pointers, setting a new franchise playoff record and showcasing the depth, pace, and ball movement that have made the Spurs one of the league’s most dangerous teams this season.
One of the game’s most talked-about moments came late in the fourth quarter when Edwards walked over to congratulate the Spurs bench with several minutes still remaining on the clock, signaling just how complete San Antonio’s control had become.
The victory further strengthens the Spurs’ reputation as a serious championship contender after an outstanding regular season and an increasingly impressive playoff run. Attention now turns to Monday night, when San Antonio and Oklahoma City will begin what promises to be one of the most exciting Western Conference Finals matchups in recent years.
