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By Joel Reyes
Victor Wembanyama delivered an offensive masterclass in his return to the starting lineup following his ejection in Game 4, scoring 18 points and grabbing 6 rebounds in the first quarter of Game 5 of San Antonio's Western Conference Semifinals series against Minnesota on Wednesday (PH time) at Frost Bank Center.
Wembanyama, who avoided suspension for his elbow on Naz Reid, dominated in the opening quarter, helping the Spurs grab a 34-30 lead.
One of his baskets was a thing of beauty, throwing down a powerful jam to hand San Antonio a 17-9 lead.