Edwards helps Timberwolves to win over Spurs despite Wembanyama’s playoff record

Key Points:

• Anthony Edwards made a surprise return for the Minnesota Timberwolves just 10 days after hyperextending his left knee, scoring 18 points and leading the team to a 104-102 victory over the San Antonio Spurs in Game 1 of the Western Conference semi-finals.
• Edwards' comeback was unexpected as he was initially projected to miss the first two games of the series, but he expedited his rehabilitation and was cleared to play shortly before tipoff, impressing both teammates and opponents.
• Spurs star Victor Wembanyama had a strong individual performance with 11 points, 15 rebounds, and an NBA postseason record 12 blocked shots, but expressed confidence that the Spurs can improve and bounce back in the series.
• In the Eastern Conference semi-finals, the New York Knicks dominated the Philadelphia 76ers 137-98 in Game 1, becoming the first NBA team to win three consecutive postseason games by at least 25 points, powered by Jalen Brunson's 35 points and efficient shooting from key players.
• The Knicks have now won four straight playoff games by a combined 135 points and set a record for leading three straight playoff games by at least 30 points, highlighting their historic postseason momentum.