Victor Wembanyama sets NBA postseason record with 12 blocks, but can't lead Spurs past Timberwolves in Game 1
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Key Points:
- Victor Wembanyama set a new NBA postseason single-game blocks record with 12 blocks in Game 1 of the Western Conference semifinals, surpassing the previous mark of 10 blocks.
- Despite Wembanyama's defensive dominance, the San Antonio Spurs narrowly lost 104-102 to the Minnesota Timberwolves, who rallied late in the game.
- Anthony Edwards returned from injury to score 18 points off the bench and helped lead the Timberwolves' late-game surge, while Julius Randle contributed 21 points and 10 rebounds.
- Wembanyama struggled offensively, shooting 5-of-17 overall and 0-of-8 from three-point range, but still contributed 11 points and 15 rebounds alongside his record-setting blocks.
- The Spurs and Timberwolves will face off again in Game 2 on Wednesday night in San Antonio, with the Timberwolves leading the series 1-0.
