Wembanyama Posts 39 Points, 15 Rebounds in Spurs' Game 3 Victory
Wembanyama's 39 points and 15 rebounds lead Spurs past Timberwolves in Game 3.
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NBA 2025-2026 Playoffs
Second-round playoff series between Minnesota Timberwolves and San Antonio Spurs
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2026-08-17 to 2026-11-14 · UTC publication dates
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Victor Wembanyama ejected for flagrant 2 foul in Game 4 against Timberwolves
San Antonio Spurs center Victor Wembanyama was ejected from Game 4 of the Western Conference second-round playoff series against the Minnesota Timberwolves on May 10, 2026. With 8:39 remaining in the second quarter, Wembanyama threw an elbow into the face of Timberwolves player Naz Reid while fighting for the ball. After review, officials upgraded the foul from a flagrant 1 to a flagrant 2, resulting in automatic ejection. Head official Zach Zarba cited "windup, impact and follow-through above the neck of an opponent" and deemed it "unnecessary and excessive contact."
Wembanyama records 39 points, 15 rebounds in Game 3 victory
Victor Wembanyama delivered an outstanding performance in Game 3 of the Western Conference second-round series, recording 39 points, 15 rebounds, and 5 blocked shots in the Spurs' 115-108 road victory on May 9, 2026. Wembanyama became the fourth different player in NBA history to produce at least 35 points, 15 rebounds, and 5 blocks in a playoff game.
Timberwolves defeat Spurs 114-109 in Game 4 to even series
The Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the San Antonio Spurs 114-109 in Game 4 of the Western Conference second-round playoff series on May 10, 2026, in Minneapolis. The victory evened the best-of-seven series after the Spurs had won Game 3. Anthony Edwards led the Timberwolves with 11 points and Julius Randle added 10 points during the game in which the Timberwolves built a 44-38 advantage by midway through the second quarter.
Game 5 of Spurs-Timberwolves series scheduled for San Antonio
Game 5 of the Western Conference second-round playoff series between the San Antonio Spurs and Minnesota Timberwolves is scheduled for Tuesday, May 12, 2026, in San Antonio.
Minnesota Timberwolves defeat San Antonio Spurs 114-109 in Game 4
The Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the San Antonio Spurs 114-109 in Game 4 of their second-round NBA playoff series on Sunday at Target Center in Minneapolis. Anthony Edwards scored 36 points, including 16 in the fourth quarter. Naz Reid added 15 points and 9 rebounds, while Rudy Gobert contributed 11 points and 13 rebounds. The victory tied the series at two games apiece.
Victor Wembanyama ejected from Game 4 for flagrant foul on Naz Reid
Victor Wembanyama was ejected early in the second quarter of Game 4 for a Flagrant 2 foul after delivering an elbow to the neck of Minnesota's Naz Reid. The ejection was automatic following the flagrant call. Wembanyama's status for Game 5 was to be determined by the league following the incident.
Game 5 of Timberwolves-Spurs series scheduled for Tuesday in San Antonio
Game 5 of the second-round NBA playoff series between the Minnesota Timberwolves and San Antonio Spurs is scheduled to be hosted by San Antonio on Tuesday following Game 4.
San Antonio Spurs guards score 68 combined points without Wembanyama
Following Victor Wembanyama's ejection, San Antonio Spurs guards stepped up offensively. De'Aaron Fox and Dylan Harper each scored 24 points, while Stephon Castle added 20 points. The guards executed a mid-range scoring strategy with pull-up jumpers in and around the paint for the remainder of the game.
Thunder's supporting cast scores 77 points in Game 3 victory over Lakers
The Oklahoma City Thunder's role players made significant contributions to the 131-108 victory over the Lakers in Game 3. Isaiah Hartenstein scored 12 points with 9 rebounds, Isaiah Joe added 12 points and 5 rebounds, and Cason Wallace contributed 16 points. The Thunder had seven players score in double figures, demonstrating their depth advantage over the Lakers.
Austin Reaves commits 5 turnovers in Lakers' Game 3 loss
Los Angeles Lakers guard Austin Reaves finished with 17 points, 9 assists, and 9 rebounds but committed 5 turnovers in Game 3 against the Thunder. Reaves shot 5-of-13 from the field. Many of his turnovers occurred in momentum-swinging situations that allowed Oklahoma City to ignite fast breaks. The Thunder also aggressively hunted Reaves defensively throughout the game.
Oklahoma City Thunder defeats Los Angeles Lakers 131-108 in Game 3 of Western Conference semifinals
The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 131-108 in Game 3 of the Western Conference semifinals on Saturday night at Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. The Thunder outscored the Lakers 74-49 in the second half, with a particularly dominant third quarter where they outscored Los Angeles 33-20. The Thunder shot 56% from the field and 44.7% from three-point range, while forcing the Lakers into 17 turnovers and scoring 30 points off those miscues.
Lakers face elimination in Game 4 of Western Conference semifinals
The Los Angeles Lakers will face the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 4 of the Western Conference semifinals on Monday night at Crypto.com Arena. With the Lakers trailing 3-0 in the best-of-seven series, a loss would eliminate them from the playoffs. No NBA team has successfully come back from a 3-0 deficit in playoff history.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander records 23 points and 9 assists despite shooting struggles
Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander finished with 23 points and 9 assists in Game 3 against the Lakers, despite shooting 7-for-20 from the field. He also recorded 4 rebounds while orchestrating the Thunder offense. Gilgeous-Alexander maintained control of the game despite his off shooting night, leading the defending NBA champions to victory.
LeBron James scores 19 points in Lakers' Game 3 defeat to Thunder
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James scored 19 points on 7-of-19 shooting, with 8 assists and 6 rebounds in Game 3 against the Oklahoma City Thunder. James also shot 2-for-6 from three-point range. At 41 years old, James is playing in his 23rd NBA season and recorded a minus-24 plus-minus, tied for the worst mark on the team, reflecting the Lakers' struggles during his minutes on the floor.
Rui Hachimura scores team-high 21 points for Lakers in Game 3 loss
Los Angeles Lakers forward Rui Hachimura led the team with 21 points on 7-of-14 shooting in Game 3 against the Thunder. Hachimura connected on five of his eight attempts from beyond the arc, continuing his impressive three-point shooting throughout the series. He is currently shooting 57.1% from beyond the arc in the playoffs.
Thunder record 7-0 postseason mark following Game 3 victory
The Oklahoma City Thunder improved to a perfect 7-0 record in the 2026 playoffs following their 131-108 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 3 of the Western Conference semifinals. The Thunder are the defending NBA champions and have dominated the postseason thus far.
Lakers fall into 3-0 series deficit against Thunder in NBA playoffs
Following their 131-108 loss in Game 3, the Los Angeles Lakers now trail the Oklahoma City Thunder 3-0 in the best-of-seven Western Conference semifinal series. No team in NBA history has successfully come back from a 3-0 deficit in a playoff series, with those teams holding a 161-0 record. The Lakers have lost all three games by double-digits, with an average margin of defeat of 19.6 points per game.
Ajay Mitchell scores 24 points and records 10 assists in Thunder victory
Oklahoma City Thunder guard Ajay Mitchell led the team with 24 points and 10 assists in Game 3 against the Lakers. Mitchell shot 10-for-17 from the field, including 2-for-4 on three-pointers, and contributed 18 points and 7 assists in the second half. He was the primary offensive engine for the Thunder when leading scorer Shai Gilgeous-Alexander struggled with his shot.
NBA playoff series Game 4 scheduled for Sunday in Minneapolis
Game 4 of the NBA second-round playoff series between the Minnesota Timberwolves and San Antonio Spurs is scheduled for Sunday night in Minneapolis, with Game 5 to follow in San Antonio on Tuesday.
Stephon Castle records 13 points and 12 assists for Spurs in playoff win
Stephon Castle contributed 13 points and 12 assists for the San Antonio Spurs in their 115-108 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves, earning a team-high plus-17 rating.
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