Wembanyama Drops 39 as Spurs Take 2-1 Series Lead
Spurs vs Timberwolves Game 3 2026 results
Victor Wembanyama delivered a historic postseason performance on Friday, May 8, 2026, as the San Antonio Spurs secured a pivotal 115-108 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves. The win gives San Antonio a 2-1 lead in the Western Conference semifinals of the NBA Playoffs. Playing in front of a hostile crowd at the Target Center,
Wembanyama dominated both ends of the floor by recording 39 points, 15 rebounds, and 5 blocked shots. The Spurs established control early in the first quarter by holding Minnesota to just three points in the opening six minutes of play. This defensive intensity allowed the visiting team to build a double-digit lead that they managed to protect despite several aggressive scoring runs by the home side.
The Timberwolves attempted a spirited comeback during the second half behind the leadership of Anthony Edwards, who finished the game with 32 points. Minnesota managed to briefly tie the game in the third quarter, but they could not find a way to consistently score against the length of the Spurs’ frontcourt.
Rudy Gobert contributed 13 points and 7 rebounds for the Timberwolves, yet he struggled to contain Wembanyama’s versatile scoring ability on the perimeter. The Spurs’ supporting cast also played a crucial role in the victory, as De’Aaron Fox added 17 points and Stephon Castle provided a double-double with 13 points and 12 assists. These contributions ensured that the Spurs remained composed during the high-pressure moments of the fourth quarter.
Head coach Gregg Popovich praised the maturity of his young roster following the win, noting that winning on the road in the playoffs requires immense mental discipline. The series will remain in Minneapolis for Game 4, which is scheduled to take place on Monday evening. This upcoming matchup is now a must-win situation for the Timberwolves if they hope to avoid a daunting 3-1 deficit before the series returns to Texas.
Fans can follow the live broadcast and updated statistics through official ESPN and TNT Sports channels. As the competition intensifies, the performance of Wembanyama continues to be the primary narrative of the 2026 postseason, as he aims to lead the Spurs back to the NBA Finals for the first time in over a decade.
