Timberwolves vs. Spurs: Can Minnesota hang tough without Anthony Edwards? Series keys, schedule and prediction

The second-seeded San Antonio Spurs will face the sixth-seeded Minnesota Timberwolves in the second round of the 2026 NBA playoffs, with a key question surrounding Minnesota's ability to compete without star Anthony Edwards. This marks the first postseason matchup between the two franchises since 2001, when San Antonio defeated Minnesota 3-1 in the first round behind Tim Duncan and David Robinson. The series preview, published on May 1, 2026, covers schedule, odds, and predictions for the upcoming second-round clash.