Victor Wembanyama posted a double‑double as the San Antonio Spurs wrapped up a 114-95 win over the Portland Trail Blazers, clinching their first playoff series victory in nine years. The Spurs surged to a 28‑point lead before easing to the finish, with De'Aaron Fox leading all scorers with 21 points. Six Spurs tallied double figures, underscoring the team’s depth.

Coach Mitch Johnson praised the performance, noting the squad had been “as sharp as we’ve been.” Wembanyama, already the league’s Defensive Player of the Year, added six blocks, reinforcing his reputation as a rim protector. Portland’s Tiago Splitter conceded his side was out‑matched, citing the Spurs’ superstar impact as the decisive factor.

The victory propels the second‑seeded Spurs into the Western Conference semifinals, where they await the winner of the Denver–Minnesota matchup; Minnesota currently leads that series 3‑2. In the East, Joel Embiid’s 33‑point effort helped the Philadelphia 76ers stave off elimination against Boston, setting up a potential showdown with the New York Knicks or Atlanta Hawks.

Both conference battles carry playoff positioning stakes. A Spurs advance could set up a clash with either the Denver Nuggets or Minnesota Timberwolves, while the 76ers aim to force a decisive Game 7 in Boston. Fans will be watching to see if Wembanyama’s defensive dominance translates into another deep run for San Antonio.