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NBA playoff schedule, odds, predictions for Spurs vs. Timberwolves
TL;DR
The Spurs and Timberwolves face off in Game 5 of the NBA playoffs, tied 2-2. Victor Wembanyama, who was ejected in Game 4, will play without further punishment from the league.
Key points
- Spurs and Timberwolves are tied 2-2 in the playoff series
- Victor Wembanyama was ejected in Game 4 but faces no further punishment
- Game 5 will determine the series lead
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We have just one NBA playoff game Tuesday night, with the Spurs and Timberwolves facing off in a crucial Game 5. The biggest storyline heading into Game 5 is Victor Wembanyama, who was ejected in the second quarter of San Antonio's Game 4 loss, after elbowing Wolves forward Naz Reid in the chin. Wembanyama didn't receive any further punishment from the league in the way of fines or a suspension, though there are likely many Minnesota fans upset at that outcome.
And so we move ahead in the series, which is suddenly tied 2-2 after the Wolves took care of business without Wemby for most of Game 4. Can Minnesota pull off another upset in the playoffs? Or will Wembanyama and the Spurs lock in and try to reassert their dominance in this matchup? Game 5 will give us that answer.
Here's the schedule and a prediction:
NBA games today: May 12 playoff schedule
Odds via FanDuel, all times ET
- Game 5: Minnesota Timberwolves at San Antonio Spurs (-10.5), 8 p.m. -- NBC/Peacock
Q&A
What happened to Victor Wembanyama in Game 4 against the Timberwolves?
Victor Wembanyama was ejected in the second quarter for elbowing Naz Reid in the chin.
What is the current series status between the Spurs and Timberwolves?
The series is currently tied 2-2 after the Timberwolves won Game 4 without Wembanyama.
When is Game 5 of the Spurs vs. Timberwolves playoff series?
Game 5 is scheduled for Tuesday night.
