WOLVES GAMEDAY
at San Antonio Spurs, 7 p.m. Friday, Frost Bank Center
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Today's line: Wolves by 5.5.
Chris Hine's preview:
Opening bell: This is the Wolves' first game in the NBA's in-season tournament. They are riding a four-game win streak but have yet to win on the road. They begin a five-game trip that starts in San Antonio and goes through Golden State and Phoenix before ending in New Orleans.
Watch him: C Victor Wembanyama (18.8 points, 8.5 rebounds, 2.4 blocks) has been up and down to start the season, just like most rookies are when they enter the league. But when Wembanyama is on, he can be breathtaking and flash potential in terms of athleticism for his height the league has rarely seen.
Injuries: Jordan McLaughlin is out for the Wolves because of a right MCL sprain. Spurs G Devin Vassell (groin) is doubtful.
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