On April 28, 2026, the San Antonio Spurs defeated the Portland Trail Blazers 114-95 in Game 5 of the first-round playoff series. This victory marked the Spurs’ first playoff series win since 2017.
Victor Wembanyama delivered an impressive performance, recording 17 points, 14 rebounds, and 6 blocks. De’Aaron Fox led the team with 21 points and 9 assists, while Julian Champagnie added 19 points in his best game of the series. The Spurs shot an impressive 66.7% from the field in the first half.
The game unfolded with the Spurs maintaining control throughout. They outscored Portland significantly, forcing the Trail Blazers to score fewer than 100 points in three of the five games in this series.
Key statistics from Game 5:
- The final score was San Antonio Spurs 114, Portland Trail Blazers 95.
- The series ended with a score of 4-1 in favor of the Spurs.
- Wembanyama’s contributions included 17 points, 14 rebounds, and 6 blocks.
- Fox scored a team-high 21 points.
Julian Champagnie expressed relief after securing the win, stating, “We just didn’t want to fly back to Portland. It’s a four-hour flight. So being up 3-1 and playing at home, it’s a good chance to close it out and not go back.” The victory solidifies their position as they prepare for the next round.
The Spurs will face the winner of the Minnesota Timberwolves-Denver Nuggets series in the Western Conference semifinals. This advancement is crucial for a franchise aiming to regain its prominence in the NBA playoffs.
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