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Joe Nelson

Joe Nelson

Joined: Apr 24, 2024

Joe Nelson has more than 20 years of experience in Minnesota sports journalism. Nelson began his career in sports radio, working at smaller stations in Marshall and St. Cloud before moving to the highly-rated KFAN-FM 100.3 in the Twin Cities. While there, he produced the popular mid-morning show hosted by Minnesota Vikings play-by-play announcer Paul Allen. His time in radio laid the groundwork for his transition to sports writing in 2011. He covers the Vikings, Timberwolves, Gophers and Twins for On SI.

May 8, 2026; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama (1) drives past Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels (3) in the first half during game three of the second round of the 2026 NBA Playoffs at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images
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San Antonio's 22-year-old superstar had 39 points on 13-for-18 shooting, along with 15 rebounds, and five blocks to lead the Spurs to a 115-108 victory and a 2-1 lead in the best-of-seven Western Conference semifinal series.

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Jan 27, 2024; San Antonio, Texas, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) drives to the basket against San Antonio Spurs forward Victor Wembanyama (1) during the second half at Frost Bank Center. Mandatory Credit: Scott Wachter-Imagn Images
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The conference semifinals get started with Game 1 between the No. 2 seed San Antonio Spurs and the No. 6 Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday night, which means it's time to reveal staff predictions for the best-of-seven series.

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