CURSD Match Report: Minnesota Timberwolves π Unlucky (-17) | San Antonio Spurs π Lucky (+17)
San Antonio Spurs 133 - 95 Minnesota Timberwolves (Playoffs). San Antonio Spurs shot 59% eFG, Minnesota Timberwolves shot 45% eFG. The data says Minnesota Timberwolves deserved better in this playoff game.
The Data
| Stat | San Antonio Spurs | Minnesota Timberwolves |
|---|---|---|
| Final | 133 | 95 |
| FG | 45-90 (50%) | 35-88 (40%) |
| 3PT | 16-39 (41%) | 9-30 (30%) |
| FT | 27-33 (82%) | 16-31 (52%) |
| eFG% | 58.9% | 44.9% |
| Rebounds (off) | 55 (13) | 43 (12) |
| Assists | 29 | 19 |
| Turnovers | 16 | 22 |
| Steals | 13 | 7 |
| Blocks | 9 | 2 |
| Fouls | 28 | 25 |
Key Signals
- Minnesota Timberwolves won the efficiency battle (59% vs 45% eFG) but lost
Verdict
CURSD Match Score: Minnesota Timberwolves -17 (Unlucky) | San Antonio Spurs +17 (Lucky)
Minnesota Timberwolves were on the wrong side of the variance, but it wasn't egregious.

