Saturday’s Brotherhood News & Links

TL;DR

The San Antonio Spurs defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 139-109 in Game 6, advancing to the Western Conference Finals against the Oklahoma City Thunder. The Cleveland Cavaliers lost to the Detroit Pistons, with illness impacting their performance.

Key points

San Antonio Spurs beat Minnesota Timberwolves 139-109
Cleveland Cavaliers lost to Detroit Pistons 115-94
Spurs advance to face Oklahoma City Thunder
Cavaliers affected by illness during playoffs
Former Blue Devils with NBA rings include Battier and Cook

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MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA - MAY 15: Mason Plumlee #45 of the San Antonio Spurs handles the ball during the fourth quarter of a game against the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game Six of the Second Round of the NBA Western Conference Playoffs at Target Center on May 15, 2026 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. 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) | Getty Images In Friday Night’s Brotherhood Playoff Action, Tyrese Proctor and the Cleveland Cavaliers lost Game 6 to the Detroit Pistons, 115-94, while Mason Plumlee and the San Antonio Spurs moved on, knocking off , 139-109. The Detroit win was no surprise after reports that a wave of illness hit Cleveland. Apparently it was some sort of stomach bug. The NBA operates at a level of peak athletic performance, and while you might get past one guy getting sick, this sounds worse than that. Just a tough break. Proctor did not get off the bench. Plumlee did play for the Spurs for the first time in a while, getting 2 points and 2 rebounds. So the Western Conference Finals are set with facing . And that means that whoever emerges from the West has a chance to join former Blue Devils who have won rings: either Plumlee or will play for it all soon. Here’s the list of Blue Devils who have already done it:

Q&A

What was the score of the Spurs vs Timberwolves Game 6 playoff match?

The San Antonio Spurs defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 139-109 in Game 6.

Why did the Cleveland Cavaliers lose to the Detroit Pistons?

The Cavaliers lost 115-94 due to a wave of illness affecting the team, reportedly a stomach bug.

Who will the Spurs face in the Western Conference Finals?

The Spurs will face the Oklahoma City Thunder in the Western Conference Finals.

Which former Blue Devils have won NBA championships?

Notable former Blue Devils who have won NBA championships include Shane Battier, Kyrie Irving, and Quinn Cook.