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Despite Victor Wembanyama's playoff record, Spurs lose thriller to Wolves
TL;DR
Victor Wembanyama set an NBA playoff record with 12 blocks but the San Antonio Spurs lost to the Minnesota Timberwolves in a thrilling Game 1 of the Western Conference Semifinals.
Key points
- Victor Wembanyama had 12 blocks in the game
- Spurs lost to Timberwolves in Game 1
- Wembanyama recorded a triple-double
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Victor Wembanyama had a magnificent game, but it was not enough for the San Antonio Spurs as Anthony Edwards led the Minnesota Timberwolves to take Game 1 of the Western Conference Semifinals.
The Spurs forward and Defensive Player of the Year was an excellent rim protector on Monday, as he had 12 blocks in a triple-double performance, also including 11 points and 15 rebounds. It was an NBA playoff record for most blocks in the game.
However, while he was excellent on defense, his offense was not nearly half as good.
Wemby shot highly inefficiently, converting only 5 of 17 field goal attempts, including going 0-for-8 from the 3-point line. He also had five assists against three turnovers.
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Q&A
What record did Victor Wembanyama set in the playoff game?
Victor Wembanyama set an NBA playoff record for the most blocks in a game with 12.
How did the Spurs perform against the Timberwolves in Game 1?
The Spurs lost a close Game 1 of the Western Conference Semifinals to the Timberwolves.
What were Victor Wembanyama's overall stats in the game?
In the game, Wembanyama recorded a triple-double with 11 points, 15 rebounds, and 12 blocks.
