Quick Recap:
• Record: 1-0
• Units: +1.0
• Best Win: San Antonio Spurs -10.5 (+1.0u)
• Tough Loss: —
Bryan Bash delivered a perfect slate on May 12, 2026, finishing 1-0 on the day with a convincing winner in the NBA playoffs. The handicapper’s lone selection cashed comfortably as San Antonio covered a double-digit spread in dominant fashion against Minnesota.
Timberwolves at Spurs
Bash backed the San Antonio Spurs -10.5 against the visiting Minnesota Timberwolves, and the pick Won decisively as San Antonio cruised to a 126-97 victory. The 29-point margin cleared the spread with plenty of room to spare, giving Bash a stress-free winner to open his evening.
Victor Wembanyama was the story in San Antonio, atoning for his first career ejection with a dominant performance that included 27 points, 17 rebounds, five assists, and three blocks. At just 22 years old, Wembanyama became the third-youngest player in NBA history to post that stat line in a playoff game, trailing only Magic Johnson and Luka Doncic. His presence was felt throughout the contest as the Spurs took a commanding 3-2 series lead in their second-round matchup.
The Spurs controlled the game from wire to wire, winning every quarter and never allowing Minnesota to mount a serious threat. San Antonio’s shooting efficiency proved decisive, as they connected on 52.8% from the field compared to Minnesota’s paltry 38.6%. The Timberwolves struggled particularly from beyond the arc, managing just 27.3% on three-point attempts while San Antonio hit 34.4% of their long-range shots. The rebounding battle also tilted heavily in the Spurs’ favor, with a 50-42 edge on the glass that generated additional possessions and second-chance opportunities.
Minnesota’s offense sputtered throughout, with Ayo Dosunmu leading the way with a modest 16 points, nine rebounds, and three steals—numbers that simply couldn’t keep pace with Wembanyama’s two-way dominance. The Timberwolves’ assist total of just 17 compared to San Antonio’s 25 highlighted their offensive struggles and lack of ball movement. San Antonio’s balanced attack and superior execution across all four quarters—posting 34, 25, 32, and 35 points respectively—ensured the spread was never in doubt down the stretch.
Bryan Bash closes May 12 with a clean 1-0 record, capitalizing on a playoff mismatch where San Antonio’s home-court advantage and star power proved overwhelming. The Spurs’ comprehensive performance across shooting, rebounding, and playmaking made this cover comfortable from start to finish, delivering a winning start to the handicapper’s day.
