The NBA playoffs just got spicy, and the San Francisco Bay Area’s basketball hopes just went up in smoke. 🏀

Basketball Bloodbath 🩸

The Minnesota Timberwolves absolutely obliterated the Golden State Warriors in Game 5, sending them packing with a devastating 121-110 victory. Anthony Edwards and Julius Randle led the charge, essentially turning Chase Center into their personal playground.

When Stars Align (And Some Don’t) ✨

With Stephen Curry sidelined by a hamstring strain, the Warriors looked about as organized as a tech startup during a funding freeze. Brandin Podziemski tried to keep hope alive with a playoff career-high 28 points, but it was too little, too late. Jonathan Kuminga’s 26 points off the bench felt like bringing a cute little band-aid to a basketball massacre.

No Mercy, No Breaks 💥

The Timberwolves weren’t just playing - they were making a statement. They shot an absolutely ridiculous 77% on 2-pointers, setting franchise postseason records for assists and field goal percentage. Rudy Gobert dominated the rim, Mike Conley dished out assists like they were free tech conference swag, and the team’s energy was more electric than a Silicon Valley startup pitch.

As Anthony Edwards coolly stated post-game, “There is no satisfaction. We just got here”. Translation: This is just the beginning, and Bay Area basketball fans might want to buckle up for a wild ride.