The Western Conference series between the Spurs and the Timberwolves is back in San Antonio tonight for Game 5 tonight with the series tied at two games apiece. For those who have yet to hear, Victor Wembanyama has not been suspended by the league for his elbow to the throat of Naz Reid in Game 4. That obviously is a major relief and advantage for the Spurs. They did not wilt but also could not hold off the Timberwolves over the weekend once their leader was sent to the showers. Minnesota wore down San Antonio outscoring them 34-25 in the fourth quarter enroute to a 114-109 win.
Dylan Harper has been a revelation this series. The rookie out of Rutgers has matured steadily throughout the season but his scoring has taken a big step in the postseason. Harper led the Spurs with 24 points in Game 4. Consider taking a look at his point totals for tonight’s game. Rudy Gobert has been a steady presence around the rim for the Timberwolves averaging 10 rebounds and nearly 1.5 blocks per game in the series. He is also averaging 2.5 assists.
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It is fair to say the winner tonight will win this series. It may still take seven games, but the winner tonight will take a significant step towards a Western Conference Finals date with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander and the Oklahoma City Thunder, who, oh by the way, have yet to lose a game this postseason. Because tonight is so pivotal, the pressure will be amped up that much more. Which side’s stars can take their team to a new level? Which side’s supporting cast can exceed expectations?
Lets take a closer look at tonight’s matchup and take into consideration lineups, injuries, and other factors affecting the line and total.
We’ve got all the info and analysis you need to know ahead of the game, including the latest info on how to catch tipoff, odds courtesy of DraftKings recent team performance, player stats, and of course, our predictions, picks best bets for the game from our modeling tools and staff of experts.
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Game Details and How to Watch Live: Timberwolves vs. Spurs
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Date: Tuesday, May 12, 2026
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Network/Streaming: NBC / Peacock
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Game Odds: Timberwolves vs. Spurs
The latest odds as of Tuesday courtesy of DraftKings:
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Moneyline: Minnesota Timberwolves (+320), San Antonio Spurs (-410)
This game opened Spurs -9.5 with the Game Total set at 218.5.
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Expected Starting Lineups: Timberwolves vs. Spurs
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Injury Report: Timberwolves vs. Spurs
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Important stats, trends and insights: Timberwolves vs. Spurs
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The Timberwolves are 29-15 at home this season
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The Spurs are 31-12 on the road this season
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The Spurs are 51-39-2 ATS this season
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Minnesota is 43-49 ATS this season
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The OVER has cashed in 40 of the Spurs’ 92 games this season (40-52)
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The OVER has cashed in 42 of the Timberwolves’ 92 games this season (42-50)
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Victor Wembanyama (ejected) played just 12 minutes in Game 4
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Julius Randle has scored 12 points in each of the last 3 games in this series
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Ayo Dosunmu was 3-12 from the field in Game 4
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Dosunmui is 7-28 in the series from the field
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Julian Champagnie had two steals in each game in Minnesota
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De’Aaron Fox is averaging 4 assists per game in this series
Rotoworld Best Bet
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Here are the best bets our model is projecting for tonight’s Timberwolves and Spurs’ game:
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Moneyline: Rotoworld Bet is staying away from a play on the Moneyline
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Spread: Rotoworld Bet is leaning towards a play on the Timberwolves +10.5 ATS
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Total: Rotoworld Bet is leaning towards a play on the Game Total OVER 218.5
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Player Prop: Rotoworld Bet is recommending a play on the Spurs’ Dylan Harper 12+ Points (-112).
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