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Wembanyama returns; Spurs rally, Rockets keep playoff hopes

PUBLISHED Apr 25, 2026, 11:21 AM ET

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Portland — The San Antonio Spurs erased a 19-point deficit to beat the Portland Trail Blazers 114-93 on April 26, with Victor Wembanyama returning from a concussion and De'Aaron Fox leading scorers. Wembanyama posted 27 points, 11 rebounds and seven blocks, and the Spurs outscored Portland 73-35 in the second half. The win gave San Antonio a 3-1 lead in the first-round series and put the Spurs one victory from advancing to the Western Conference semifinals this week; meanwhile, on Sunday the Houston Rockets routed the Los Angeles Lakers 115-96, fueled by Amen Thompson's 23 points and 24 forced turnovers that kept Houston's series hopes alive.

By Sidra | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

Game 2: Victor Wembanyama sustained a concussion during the series.
Game 3: Wembanyama missed the contest and San Antonio adjusted lineups.
April 26: Wembanyama returned as the Spurs rallied to beat Portland 114-93.
Sunday (same playoff window): Houston Rockets routed the Lakers 115-96.
After these games: Spurs and Celtics led their series 3-1; Raptors-Cavaliers tied 2-2.

News Intelligence

The Spurs' comeback, led by Wembanyama's return, shows the power of resilience in sports. If you're a fan, this is a thrilling time to tune in. If you're a parent, it's a teachable moment about bouncing back from setbacks.

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Who Benefited

The San Antonio Spurs benefited from Victor Wembanyama's return, securing a 3-1 series lead after his 27-point, 11-rebound, seven-block performance and a dominant second-half team effort that moved them one win from the Western Conference semifinals.

Who Impacted

The Portland Trail Blazers suffered a 19-point second-half collapse and were outscored 73-35 in the second half of the April 26 game, leaving them on the brink of elimination in the first-round series.