Spurs Aim to Reclaim Control in Game 5 Against Timberwolves in 2026 Playoffs
The San Antonio Spurs prepare to face the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 5 of their best-of-seven 2026 NBA playoff series on Tuesday night. After evening the series at 2-2 with a 114-109 victory on Sunday, the Timberwolves look to gain momentum. Notably, Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama was ejected for the first time in his career during that game but is available for Game 5, while De'Aaron Fox is questionable due to an ankle injury. Tipoff is set for 8 p.m. ET at Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, where the Spurs lead the all-time postseason series 8-4. In the latest odds from FanDuel Sportsbook, the Spurs are favored by 10.5 points, with an over/under of 218.5 total points scored. Before placing any bets, it’s essential to consider insights from the SportsLine Projection Model, which simulates each NBA game 10,000 times. This model has proven successful, returning over $10,000 in profit for $100 players over the last eight seasons, currently boasting a 74% success rate on top-rated NBA spread picks this season. Key betting lines include: Spread: Spurs -10.5 Over/Under: 218.5 points Money Line: Spurs -415, Timberwolves +322 The model predicts that the total will go Over (projecting 222 total points), with the Over hitting in seven of the last nine matchups. Additionally, Anthony Edwards is expected to lead Minnesota with 26.7 points, while Wembanyama is projected to score 25.2 points for the Spurs. For those interested in betting, the model indicates that one side of the spread is likely to hit well over 50% of the time. For more detailed picks and strategies, consult the insights available at SportsLine.
Source: CBS Sports - 2026-05-12