Wembanyama's record-tying night can't save Spurs as Knicks and Wolves take Game 1

Two Game 1s opened the second round: the Knicks routed the 76ers 137-98, and Minnesota surprised San Antonio 104-102. Chris Finch earned praise for inventive lineups and managing minutes, with Minnesota’s defense keying the upset. Wembanyama tallied 11 points, 15 rebounds and a playoff-record 12 blocks but went 0-for-8 from three, underscoring offensive gaps he must address. On the Knicks side, Jalen Brunson dropped 35 points on 12-of-18 shooting, while Embiid and Maxey struggled to a combined 6-for-20, signaling New York’s defensive edge could shape the series.