The Spurs and Timberwolves enter Game 5 tied 2–2, and the series has become a battle of contrasting roster builds. San Antonio leans on its explosive young core led by Victor Wembanyama and newly added De’Aaron Fox, while Minnesota counters with a veteran‑heavy lineup featuring Anthony Edwards, Julius Randle, and Rudy Gobert.
From a DFS perspective, this is one of the most dynamic Showdown slates of the postseason. Both teams run tight playoff rotations, both have multiple high‑usage stars, and both have bench pieces capable of breaking a slate at low ownership. With salaries now released, the value landscape is clearer and a sharper lineup construction becomes essential.
Captain
Victor Wembanyama- $27,000 Captain / $18,000 Flex
Wembanyama is the highest‑priced player on the slate and the most matchup‑proof option. His stock production alone can reach 15–20 fantasy points, and Minnesota has no defender capable of neutralizing his length or shot creation. His usage spikes in competitive games, and he’s averaging elite playoff minutes.
He will be the most popular Captain but fading him is a high‑variance, low‑probability play. If you’re building for optimal outcomes, Wemby is the anchor.
Anthony Edwards- $22,500 Captain / $15,000 Flex
Edwards is Minnesota’s engine, and his ceiling rivals Wembanyama’s in pace‑up environments. His scoring volume is massive, and his rebounding and defensive activity have improved each postseason. At home, his ceiling is even higher.
If you want a Captain with slate‑breaking upside but slightly lower ownership than Wemby, Edwards is the play.
Utility
De’Aaron Fox- $12,000
Fox gives San Antonio a second elite usage option, and his speed has consistently challenged Minnesota’s perimeter defense. His scoring and assist upside make him a strong mid‑high tier play, and he correlates well with Wemby in game‑script builds where the Spurs push the pace.
Julius Randle- $13,800
Randle is volatile but carries 50‑point upside when his shot is falling. San Antonio struggles with physical forwards, and Randle’s rebounding gives him a strong floor. He’s a premium mid‑tier option who fits well in Minnesota‑heavy builds.
Devin Vassell- $9,000
Vassell remains San Antonio’s most stable perimeter scorer. His minutes are secure, and he contributes across categories. At $9K, he’s one of the best mid‑range plays on the slate, especially in balanced builds.
Naz Reid- $9,900
Reid is one of the best point‑per‑minute players in the league, and Minnesota continues to rely on him for second‑unit scoring. His minutes can fluctuate, but his ceiling is massive for the price. He’s a classic tournament player- volatile but capable of breaking the slate if he gets hot.
Fade
Mike Conley- $3,600
Conley’s minutes are stable, but his usage is extremely low in 2026. He rarely pushes past 20–24 fantasy points, and his ceiling is limited compared to similarly priced options like Bones Hyland or Dylan Harper. He’s a fade unless you’re building for a slow, grind‑down game script.
Julian Champagnie- $7,500
Champagnie has shown flashes, but his role becomes inconsistent in tight playoff rotations. His usage dips when Fox and Wemby dominate possessions, and his rebounding is unreliable. At $7.5K, he’s overpriced relative to his volatility.
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