San Antonio Spurs 126-123 Minnesota Timberwolves: A Thriller in the Making
The San Antonio Spurs and Minnesota Timberwolves battled it out in a high-scoring affair on January 17, 2026, with the Spurs emerging victorious. Victor Wembanyama led the charge with an impressive 39 points and nine rebounds, including a crucial offensive rebound in the final seconds. Despite Anthony Edwards' season-high 55 points, the Timberwolves couldn't secure the win.
The game was a back-and-forth affair, with both teams trading blows. Donte DiVincenzo's 24-foot, 3-pointer with 1:03 remaining put the Timberwolves up 119-118, but Wembanyama responded with a 20-footer and a crucial block on Joan Beringer's layup to preserve the one-point lead. De'Aaron Fox added 25 points and 12 assists, while Keldon Johnson contributed 20 points for the Spurs.
Edwards had an outstanding fourth quarter, scoring 26 points and going 5 for 7 on 3-pointers. However, the Timberwolves couldn't overcome the early deficit, as the Spurs set a season-high in the first half, outscoring the Wolves 48-22 in the second quarter. This was San Antonio's highest-scoring quarter since 1987 and the fourth most in franchise history.
Wembanyama was on fire in the first half, scoring 23 points and going 3 for 5 on 3-pointers, matching his season high for points in any half. However, the Timberwolves rallied in the third quarter, outscoring the Spurs 40-27, and opened the fourth on a 9-2 run, with Edwards pounding his chest at the sellout crowd after a 3-pointer. Wembanyama remained scoreless for the first 10 minutes of the third quarter but finished with a flourish on a driving dunk.
The Timberwolves' next game is against the Utah Jazz on Tuesday night, while the Spurs host the Jazz on Monday night. This thrilling encounter showcased the talent and determination of both teams, leaving fans on the edge of their seats.
