Timberwolves Aim for Upset as Spurs Look to Bounce Back in Game 2 Showdown

Timberwolves Aim for Upset as Spurs Look to Bounce Back in Game 2 Showdown

The Minnesota Timberwolves stunned the San Antonio Spurs by clinching Game 1 of their second-round matchup in the 2026 NBA playoffs, winning 104-102 on Tuesday. Game 2 is set for Wednesday night at Frost Bank Center, with tipoff at 9:30 p.m. ET. The Timberwolves, seeded No. 6, look to build on their unexpected success, while the No. 2 seed Spurs aim to level the series at home. Injury Updates: Anthony Edwards (knee) and Ayo Dosunmu (calf) are both listed as questionable for the Timberwolves. The latest odds from FanDuel Sportsbook show the Spurs favored by 9.5 points, with an over/under set at 215.5 total points. The Timberwolves previously won the regular-season series against the Spurs 2-1, adding to the intrigue of this playoff matchup. Key Betting Lines: Spread: Spurs -9.5 Over/Under: 215.5 points Money Line: Spurs -413, Timberwolves +321 According to the SportsLine Projection Model, which has accurately simulated the matchup 10,000 times, the total points are projected to exceed the over/under. The model indicates a strong likelihood of the total going over, as it has hit in 61% of simulations, predicting a combined score of 224 points. For bettors, the model suggests capitalizing on the over, especially considering the Timberwolves have seen the total go over in four of their last six road games. Top Predictions: The total points scored will likely be higher than 215.5. One side of the spread has a nearly 60% success rate based on the model's simulations. For those interested in maximizing their betting strategy, the SportsLine model's insights are invaluable. Follow the Timberwolves vs. Spurs predictions at SportsLine to make informed betting choices.

Source: CBS Sports - 2026-05-06