Spurs Take 3-1 Lead as Wembanyama Shines in Return
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Victor Wembanyama returned to the San Antonio Spurs lineup and helped them beat the Portland Trail Blazers, giving the Spurs a 3-1 lead in their NBA playoff series. The result strengthens San Antonio’s position to advance, while putting Portland on the brink of elimination. In the wider playoff race, the Houston Rockets and Philadelphia 76ers also won key games to keep their postseason hopes alive.
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- •Victor Wembanyama missed at least one earlier game in the Spurs–Trail Blazers playoff series before returning for the win.
- •The San Antonio Spurs now lead the Portland Trail Blazers 3-1 in their NBA playoff series.
- •The Spurs’ latest victory over the Trail Blazers came on 2026-04-27.
- •Houston Rockets defeated the Los Angeles Lakers to extend their own NBA playoff chances.
- •LeBron James played for the Los Angeles Lakers in the loss to the Houston Rockets.
- •The Philadelphia 76ers won on 2026-04-29 to stay in contention for an NBA playoff spot.
- •Media in the Middle East and Asia highlighted Wembanyama’s strong performance in his first game back for the Spurs.
- •Portland now needs three straight wins against San Antonio to avoid being knocked out of the series.
What Could Happen If...
- ▸If the San Antonio Spurs win the next game against the Portland Trail Blazers San Antonio will clinch the series and move on to the next playoff round, ending Portland’s season.
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Primary Sources (5)
MEDaily SabahSpurs see off Blazers, Sixers win to remain in NBA playoffs raceMEDaily SabahRockets slam Lakers to stay alive in NBA playoffs, Spurs widen leadMEAl Jazeera - AllRockets thrash LeBron’s Lakers; Wembanyama triumphant on Spurs’ returnREGIONALThe Japan TimesSpurs storm past Blazers in Victor Wembanyama's return