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5 min readThe Timberwolves stole Game 1 in San Antonio despite Anthony Edwards playing just 25 minutes on a hyperextended knee and clearly not himself. Julius Randle waved Edwards off a late possession to isolate on Devin Vassell, hitting the dagger that put Minnesota up six with 50 seconds left. And then the Spurs got exactly the look they wanted on the final possession—Julian Champagnie grabbed three offensive rebounds in 30 seconds, got a clean three-pointer, and missed. Wolves win, 1-0.
The No-Timeout Debate and Wemby's Offensive Struggle
Mitch Johnson chose not to call timeout after Champagnie secured the rebound with about 7.5 seconds left, down two. Tim Legler disagreed: "With seven and a half, you take timeout, you advance it. I just like having more control as a coach to be able to initiate the action that I want." He argued that with Wembanyama's length, you could draw up a catch at the elbow and guarantee a good look—maybe even two free throws. But Johnson's counterargument is that chaos creates clean looks, and Champagnie's shot was clean. It just missed. Legler conceded: "You can't really fault that."
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What you'll learn
- 1 (02:52) **Intro and Spurs-Wolves Game One Setup** - Zach and Tim Legler introduce the second round, focusing on the Timberwolves' Game One road win in San Antonio.
- 2 (05:01) **The No-Timeout Debate and Final Possession** - Legler argues he would have called a timeout with ~7.5 seconds left to control the final shot, while acknowledging the Spurs got a good look.
- 3 (10:55) **Wembanyama's Offensive Struggles vs. Wolves' Defense** - The hosts break down how Minnesota successfully neutralized Victor Wembanyama's offense (5-17 FG, 0-8 3PT).
- 4 (21:42) **Wolves' Depth and Anthony Edwards' Status** - Zach and Legler highlight the contributions from Minnesota's role players and the cautious return of Anthony Edwards.
- 5 (31:04) **Knicks-Sixers Game One: A Blowout** - The discussion shifts to the Knicks' dominant Game One win, highlighting their superior preparation and execution.
- 6 (38:29) **Sixers' Game Two Counters and Maxey's Role** - The hosts discuss what Philadelphia must do to respond, focusing on Tyrese Maxey's early aggression.
- 7 (50:57) **Lakers-Thunder Series Preview** - The hosts preview the Western Conference semifinal, assessing the Lakers' chances without Luka Doncic.
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Show Notes
Zach is joined by Tim Legler to break down how the Timberwolves were able to go into San Antonio and steal Game 1. Then, they discuss what has led to the Knicks' recent dominance, whether the Lakers stand a chance against the Thunder, and share their keys for Cleveland-Detroit. Finally, Zach closes the show by reacting to the biggest news around the league.
(0:00) Welcome to The Zach Lowe Show!
(2:22) Tim Legler joins the show!
(4:21) Thoughts on the Spurs not calling a time-out
(17:57) Fox had a terrible game
(27:57) Should the Spurs be worried?
(30:37) Knicks flatten Sixers in Game 1
(47:27) Embiid has another gear he needs to get to
(51:39) Are the Lakers drawing dead?
(58:23) The Cavs-Pistons series is being slept on a bit
(1:14:12) Magic fire Jamahl Mosley
(1:20:58) Chicago hires Bryson Graham
(1:23:19) Mavs land Masai Ujiri
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