Timberwolves vs. Spurs odds, line: Proven model reveals picks for NBA Western Conference semifinal Game 5 matchup on Tuesday, May 12

The second-seeded San Antonio Spurs will look to retake control of their best-of-seven series when they meet the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 5 of their Western Conference semifinal on Tuesday night. Minnesota evened the series at 2-2 with a 114-109 win on Sunday night after San Antonio forward Victor Wembanyama was ejected for the first time in his career. The Timberwolves (49-33), who are looking to reach the conference finals for the third time in four years, are 25-21 on the road this season, including playoffs. The Spurs (62-20), who are looking to reach the conference finals for the first time since 2016-17, are 35-10 on their home court in 2025-26.

Tip-off from Frost Bank Center in San Antonio is set for 8 p.m. ET. The Spurs lead the all-time postseason series 8-4. The Spurs are a 9.5-point favorite in the latest Timberwolves vs. Spurs odds from FanDuel Sportsbook, while the over/under for total points scored is 217.5. 

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