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Game Preview: Timberwolves vs Spurs — French-less, Fearless, and Full of Rookies
SAN ANTONIO, TX — The Minnesota Timberwolves stroll into town hotter than a microwaved Totino’s pizza roll, undefeated in thr month of March and looking like the Western Conference’s most polite buzzsaw. Awaiting them? The Wemby-less San Antonio Spurs, valiantly trying to remember what hope felt like back in January.
Wembanyama Watch: From Alien to Inactive
Victor Wembanyama, the skyscraper with a step back, has officially been shelved for the rest of the season after being diagnosed with Deep Vein Thrombosis — or as Wolves fans are calling it, “Divine Victory Timing.” Since the All-Star Break, the Spurs are 2-6 without their franchise unicorn, proving that without Wemby, the Spurs are a bit like taking a Whataburger straw to a gunfight — Alamo or not.
Still, credit where it’s due — they did beat Memphis recently, which either says something inspiring about their resilience or something concerning about the Grizzlies’ talent evaluation.
Rudy Gobert: France's Other 7-Foot Mystery
On the Wolves side, Rudy Gobert is questionable again, not due to injury but because Minnesota’s front office has decided to keep him in Schrödinger's lineup. He hasn’t played since February 12th, yet the Timberwolves are 6-4 in his absence and have looked better defensively than a TSA agent with something to prove.
With Gobert, the Wolves average 18 eye-rolls per game from teammates after botched passes near the rim. Without him? Just 11. Progress.
The Rise of the Rookies: Baby Wolves on the Hunt
If you came to this game to see the future of the league, you're in luck — and also, a little too early. But there is some rookie action worth watching:
- Terrence Shannon Jr. is now up to a crisp 11 minutes per game, which is almost enough time to work up a sweat if you're jogging. His drives are electric, his defense is committed, and his beard-to-confidence ratio is elite.
- Jaylen Clark, the human hustle highlight, has started four games and earned himself a guaranteed contract. Once a two-way guy, he’s now firmly in the one-way-to-the-rotation conversation.
- Rob Dillingham, drafted by the Spurs and traded to the Wolves on draft night, Dilly has found his niche in Minny, albeit smaller than most hoped, averaging 5.4 points and 2.4 assists in 12 sporadic minutes per game. If Rob were a Spotify track, he’d be the deep cut fans pretend they’ve always loved.
What to Watch
- Will the Wolves rookies outscore the Spurs bench? It’s like watching an indie band try to outplay Coldplay. It’s possible — but only if someone gets injured.
- Will the Spurs run out of players who can dunk? Stay tuned.
- Will Anthony Edwards try to dunk over someone’s soul again? Signs point to yes.
Prediction:
Wolves 114, Spurs 98
Minnesota keeps its March perfect, and the Spurs continue to search for meaning, highlights, and someone who can box out.
Where to watch: Fan Duel Sports Network North, KARE 11, Fan Duel Sports Network Southwest
