Defending champ Nuggets tie Timberwolves with 2nd straight road win, 115-107 in Game 4
7 months, 1 week ago

Defending champ Nuggets tie Timberwolves with 2nd straight road win, 115-107 in Game 4

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — The Denver Nuggets were far from done after dropping the first two games of the Western Conference semifinals at home in humbling fashion. “It’s just like a laser-sharp focus,” Gordon said, “and a surgical execution.” Jamal Murray had 12 of his 19 points in the third quarter for the derfending champion Nuggets in a momentum carryover from his buzzer-beating swish from behind half court, and the Wolves only had the deficit below double digits in the second half for a total of 3:19. AP AUDIO: Defending champ Nuggets tie Timberwolves with 2nd straight road win, 115-107 in Game 4 The Nuggets regain home-court advantage with two straight wins in Minnesota. The Nuggets scored eight straight points in 20 seconds to close the first half, highlighted by Murray’s improbable heave. It’s not a fun game sometimes.” The Wolves showed off their league-best defense and their enviable depth in the first two games, but the Nuggets copied and pasted that formula on the road.

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Anthony Edwards leads rising Timberwolves over Spurs
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1 week ago

Anthony Edwards leads rising Timberwolves over Spurs

Hindustan Times  

Anthony Edwards scored 26 points in 28 minutes of court time to help lift the visiting Minnesota Timberwolves to a 106-92 win over the San Antonio Spurs on Sunday in a Western Conference game created by the results of the NBA Cup. Alexander-Walker added 17 points in a reserve role for Minnesota while Jaden McDaniels racked up 12 points and …

Timberwolves stop 4-game losing streak by fending off Clippers 93-92 in NBA Cup play
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Timberwolves stop 4-game losing streak by fending off Clippers 93-92 in NBA Cup play

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Anthony Edwards scored 21 points on 7-for-21 shooting to help the Minnesota Timberwolves stop a four-game losing streak by holding off the Los Angeles Clippers 93-92 in an NBA Cup game Friday night. Nickeil Alexander-Walker had 12 points and 10 rebounds and Julius Randle added 11 points and 10 rebounds for the Timberwolves, who overcame 22 turnovers and …

Timberwolves end losing streak as Clippers falter at the finish
3 weeks, 3 days ago

Timberwolves end losing streak as Clippers falter at the finish

LA Times  

Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards, left drives around Clippers guard James Harden in the first quarter Friday. Anthony Edwards scored 21 points on seven-for-21 shooting to help the Minnesota Timberwolves stop a four-game losing streak by holding off the Clippers 93-92 in an NBA Cup game Friday night. James Harden had 20 points and 11 assists and Ivica Zubac contributed 16 …

Williams and Grant help Trail Blazers beat Timberwolves 122-108
1 month, 1 week ago

Williams and Grant help Trail Blazers beat Timberwolves 122-108

Associated Press  

PORTLAND, Ore. — Robert Williams and Jerami Grant each scored 19 points to lead the Portland Trail Blazers to a 122-108 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Tuesday night. Banton entered the game after Portland lost Anfernee Simons for the game due to a chest injury and his backup, Scoot Henderson, picked up three fouls in the first quarter. “It …

Minnesota Timberwolves Triumph Over Denver Nuggets in Thrilling Thriller
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Minnesota Timberwolves Triumph Over Denver Nuggets in Thrilling Thriller

The Hindu  

The Minnesota Timberwolves secured a 119-116 victory over the Denver Nuggets on Friday night in Minneapolis. Anthony Edwards led the Wolves with 29 points, while Julius Randle contributed 23 points, seven assists, and six rebounds. The Timberwolves earned their third win in the past four games, extending their winning streak to four games.

Timberwolves Pull Off Thrilling Thriller, Overcome Nuggets in 119-116
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1 month, 3 weeks ago

Timberwolves Pull Off Thrilling Thriller, Overcome Nuggets in 119-116

Associated Press  

Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the Denver Nuggets 119-116 in a thrilling thriller. Edwards scored 29 points, including a go-ahead basket with 25.7 seconds left, and Gobert contributed 17 points and 14 rebounds. The Timberwolves recovered from a 25-3 deficit in the fourth quarter and held on for the victory.

Irving Outplays Edwards, Mavericks Tame Wolves in Thrilling Victory
1 month, 3 weeks ago

Irving Outplays Edwards, Mavericks Tame Wolves in Thrilling Victory

China Daily  

The Dallas Mavericks emerged victorious over the Minnesota Timberwolves, securing a 120-114 road win. Kyrie Irving shone brightly with 35 points, while Luka Doncic and PJ Washington contributed 24 and 17 points respectively. Despite Anthony Edwards's impressive 37 points for the Timberwolves, Dallas's resilience and timely offense proved to be too much for Minnesota to overcome.

The T-wolves got back to playing stingy defense and kept the West finals vs. the Mavericks going
6 months, 3 weeks ago

The T-wolves got back to playing stingy defense and kept the West finals vs. the Mavericks going

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — For all the problems the Minnesota Timberwolves were presented by the Dallas Mavericks over three straight losses to start the Western Conference finals, the one dogging them the most was the part of their game that led them this far in the first place. Especially when the game is in the balance, I’m thinking about all the plays …

Towns, Edwards lift Wolves over Mavs 105-100 to avoid sweep in West finals
6 months, 3 weeks ago

Towns, Edwards lift Wolves over Mavs 105-100 to avoid sweep in West finals

Associated Press  

DALLAS — Karl-Anthony Towns finally found his rhythm, and the Timberwolves finally closed a game in the Western Conference finals. Anthony Edwards had 29 points, 10 rebounds and nine assists as the Wolves stayed alive in their first trip to the conference finals in 20 years, and just the second in the franchise’s 35 seasons. AP AUDIO: Towns, Edwards lift …

T-wolves struggling to get Edwards going, as another off game has them down 2-0 and headed to Dallas
6 months, 4 weeks ago

T-wolves struggling to get Edwards going, as another off game has them down 2-0 and headed to Dallas

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Anthony Edwards drove toward the lane with the time on the clock dwindling and the Minnesota Timberwolves clinging to a two-point lead on the Dallas Mavericks. That’s the kind of clutch make the Wolves have been missing from their superstar so far in the Western Conference finals, down 2-0 in the series and heading to Dallas for Game …

Mavericks stand tall against Timberwolves with big effort around the rim
7 months ago

Mavericks stand tall against Timberwolves with big effort around the rim

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Few teams can match the size of the Minnesota Timberwolves with their trio of towers in NBA Defensive Player of the Year Rudy Gobert, four-time All-Star Karl-Anthony Towns and Sixth Man of the Year Naz Reid. Dereck Lively II, the 7-foot-1 rookie Dallas acquired on draft night after he was selected 12th overall, and 6-10 Daniel Gafford, who …

Wolves reach conference finals brimming with talent and tenacity in quest for first NBA championship
7 months ago

Wolves reach conference finals brimming with talent and tenacity in quest for first NBA championship

Associated Press  

DENVER — The Minnesota Timberwolves reached the Western Conference finals brimming with talent, trust and tenacity after staging the biggest Game 7 comeback since the NBA began tracking play-by-play data 28 years ago. After hiring head coach Chris Finch off Michael Malone’s staff in Denver, the Timberwolves hired away the Nuggets’ roster architect Tim Connelly, who built the Wolves explicitly …

NBA Playoffs 2024: Timberwolves advance to the Western Conference Finals with 98-90 win over Denver in Game 7
7 months ago

NBA Playoffs 2024: Timberwolves advance to the Western Conference Finals with 98-90 win over Denver in Game 7

The Hindu  

Anthony Edwards overcame a slow start and the Timberwolves roared back from a 20-point second-half deficit to eliminate the reigning NBA champion Denver Nuggets 98-90 in a Game 7 Minnesota masterpiece on Sunday night. The Timberwolves overcame a 15-point halftime deficit — the largest comeback in a Game 7 in NBA playoff history — behind Edwards, who had just four …

Nuggets blow 20-point lead, struggle from field as Timberwolves end their title defense in Game 7
7 months ago

Nuggets blow 20-point lead, struggle from field as Timberwolves end their title defense in Game 7

Associated Press  

DENVER — The Denver Nuggets couldn’t quiet an epic second-half comeback by Minnesota or the noise emanating from a boisterous Timberwolves locker room. The young and confident Timberwolves came into Denver’s house and spoiled the party by eliminating the Nuggets with a 98-90 win Sunday night in Game 7 of their second-round series. “No one ever said this was going …

Edwards leads Wolves back from 20-point deficit for 98-90 win over defending NBA champion Nuggets
7 months ago

Edwards leads Wolves back from 20-point deficit for 98-90 win over defending NBA champion Nuggets

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Anthony Edwards overcame a slow …

Edwards leads Wolves back from 20-point deficit for 98-90 win over defending NBA champion Nuggets
7 months ago

Edwards leads Wolves back from 20-point deficit for 98-90 win over defending NBA champion Nuggets

Associated Press  

DENVER — Anthony Edwards overcame a slow start and the Timberwolves roared back from a 20-point second-half deficit to eliminate the reigning NBA champion Denver Nuggets 98-90 in a Game 7 Minnesota masterpiece on Sunday night. I feel like I did that on Jamal in the fourth quarter — in the third quarter and fourth quarter — and that’s what …

KAT, Timberwolves have arrived! No more pretending, no more being the laughingstock
7 months ago

KAT, Timberwolves have arrived! No more pretending, no more being the laughingstock

New York Times  

DENVER — As he stood in triumph, having just put the finishing touches on one of the greatest comebacks in NBA playoff history, Karl-Anthony Towns gazed into the Ball Arena seats, which were filled with so many Minnesota Timberwolves fans. “I’ve been here nine years, talked about wanting to win and do something special here for the organization,” Towns said. …

NBA features two Game 7s Sunday between teams that have experienced both ends of blowouts
7 months ago

NBA features two Game 7s Sunday between teams that have experienced both ends of blowouts

Associated Press  

DENVER — Denver coach Michael Malone calls them “the two greatest words in sports.” Game 7. And in a big way, like the Wolves’ 115-70 beatdown in Game 6 “But as far as the three blowouts in six games, that’s a tough one to explain,” Malone said. I think it’s going to be a tremendous Game 7.” No Western Conference …

Denver, Minnesota set for game 7 matchup
7 months ago

Denver, Minnesota set for game 7 matchup

Associated Press  

Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Denver Nuggets Denver; Sunday, 8 p.m. EDT WESTERN CONFERENCE SECOND ROUND: Series tied 3-3 BOTTOM LINE: The Denver Nuggets and the Minnesota Timberwolves face off in game seven of the Western Conference second round. Minnesota ranks third in the Western Conference with 34.2 defensive rebounds per game led by Rudy Gobert averaging 9.2. The Timberwolves average 12.6 …

The Nuggets are playing like champions again and putting the Timberwolves on the ropes
7 months, 1 week ago

The Nuggets are playing like champions again and putting the Timberwolves on the ropes

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Repeating a championship in the NBA is as challenging as ever with the talent level across the league these days, with the Golden State Warriors the only one to do so over the last decade. “They’ve got the momentum, and we’ve got to figure out a way to shift it back our way.” Strangely enough, the Nuggets have …

Nuggets apply even more pressure to Edwards, beat Timberwolves to take 3-2 lead in series
7 months, 1 week ago

Nuggets apply even more pressure to Edwards, beat Timberwolves to take 3-2 lead in series

Associated Press  

DENVER — Anthony Edwards was seeing double everywhere he turned. “So it’s fun.” The Nuggets dared anyone not named Edwards to beat them as they took a 3-2 lead in the second-round series with a chance to close out the Timberwolves on Thursday night in Minneapolis. We’ve got to figure out a way to shift it back our way.” Karl-Anthony …

Nuggets vs. Timberwolves: Jokic scores 40, Nuggets shut down Edwards
7 months, 1 week ago

Nuggets vs. Timberwolves: Jokic scores 40, Nuggets shut down Edwards

Associated Press  

DENVER — Nikola Jokic received the Michael Jordan award from Commissioner Adam Silver before tipoff, then delivered a memorable playoff performance to celebrate his third MVP trophy Tuesday night. Jokic scored 40 points and dished out 13 assists and the Denver Nuggets shut down Anthony Edwards in a 112-97 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves that put the reigning NBA champs …

Minnesota takes 2-1 lead into game 4 against Denver
7 months, 1 week ago

Minnesota takes 2-1 lead into game 4 against Denver

Associated Press  

Denver Nuggets vs. Minnesota Timberwolves Minneapolis; Sunday, 8 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK: LINE Timberwolves -2.5; over/under is 204 WESTERN CONFERENCE SECOND ROUND: Timberwolves lead series 2-1 BOTTOM LINE: The Minnesota Timberwolves host the Denver Nuggets in the Western Conference second round with a 2-1 lead in the series. The Timberwolves average 12.6 made 3-pointers per game this season, 1.4 more …

Nuggets bounce back with 117-90 blowout of Timberwolves behind 24 points from energized Murray
7 months, 1 week ago

Nuggets bounce back with 117-90 blowout of Timberwolves behind 24 points from energized Murray

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — The Denver Nuggets were simply too determined, too experienced, too proud and too talented to let their flop in the first two games define this series against the surging Minnesota Timberwolves. “It just makes you have to lock in and be there for your teammates.” Nikola Jokic, the three-time league MVP, had 24 points, 14 rebounds and nine …

Nuggets fight back vs. Wolves after Michael Malone pushed all the right buttons during off days
7 months, 1 week ago

Nuggets fight back vs. Wolves after Michael Malone pushed all the right buttons during off days

New York Times  

MINNEAPOLIS — Denver Nuggets head coach Michael Malone didn’t want much. But if Friday night’s 117-90 win tells the story of anything, it’s the story of a resilient Denver team that can hit the extra gear when provoked. “There was a lot of frustration this week for us.” Friday night’s win represented the best Nuggets we’ve seen this postseason. The …

Timberwolves were toast against Nuggets in Game 3 after being toast of NBA
7 months, 1 week ago

Timberwolves were toast against Nuggets in Game 3 after being toast of NBA

New York Times  

The electricity crackled through Target Center in the moments leading up to Game 3, a long-suffering basketball community letting loose with a volume fueled by three days’ worth of national conversation suggesting that their Minnesota Timberwolves were suddenly the team to beat in the NBA playoffs. “Just ’cause we’ve won a couple of games in a row does not mean …

How the Nuggets relieved Timberwolves pressure — literally — in Game 3 win
7 months, 1 week ago

How the Nuggets relieved Timberwolves pressure — literally — in Game 3 win

New York Times  

MINNEAPOLIS – Pressure creates diamonds, as the saying goes, and maybe it took the intense pressure and heat from the Minnesota Timberwolves to shape the glittering beauty that was the Nuggets’ Game 3 performance. “We were running better, rebounding better, being aggressive, getting guys open, making shots, creating open looks,” said the Nuggets’ recently crowned MVP Nikola Jokić, who finished …

NBA: Timberwolves maul Nuggets, Brunson fires Knicks over Pacers
7 months, 2 weeks ago

NBA: Timberwolves maul Nuggets, Brunson fires Knicks over Pacers

The Hindu  

The Minnesota Timberwolves produced a dominant defensive display to seize a commanding 2-0 lead in its best-of-seven playoff series against the Denver Nuggets with a 106-80 road victory on Monday. “We just wanted to come here and find a way to win the game.” The normally unflappable Nuggets may also be without star point guard Jamal Murray for game three. …

Edwards, Towns lead Wolves’ 106-80 blitz of Murray, Jokic for 2-0 series lead over champion Nuggets
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Edwards, Towns lead Wolves’ 106-80 blitz of Murray, Jokic for 2-0 series lead over champion Nuggets

Associated Press  

DENVER — The Minnesota Timberwolves, led by Anthony Edwards and Karl-Anthony Towns, overpowered the Denver Nuggets on Monday night in a stunningly efficient 106-80 thrashing of the reigning but reeling NBA champions. “We’ve had some really good defensive efforts this year,” Wolves coach Chris Finch said after his team took a surprising 2-0 lead in the Western Conference semifinals. “That …

Edwards scores 43 points, Reid erupts in 4th to help Timberwolves beat Nuggets 106-99 in Game 1
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Edwards scores 43 points, Reid erupts in 4th to help Timberwolves beat Nuggets 106-99 in Game 1

Associated Press  

DENVER — Anthony Edwards’ decision-making was as spot-on as his shot-making. Edwards scored a playoff career-high — and franchise postseason-record — 43 points, Naz Reid had 14 of his 16 points in the fourth quarter and the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the defending NBA champion Denver Nuggets 106-99 in Game 1 of the second-round series Saturday night. “The whole team, we …

Nuggets, Wolves meet in a Round 2 matchup pitting team builder Tim Connelly’s twin masterpieces
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Nuggets, Wolves meet in a Round 2 matchup pitting team builder Tim Connelly’s twin masterpieces

Associated Press  

DENVER — When Michael Porter Jr. watches the Minnesota Timberwolves, he sees a reflection of the Denver Nuggets from a year ago. So, we’re really excited to play them.” Porter didn’t hesitate to connect the dots to Tim Connelly, the master team-builder who assembled Denver’s championship roster before bolting to Minneapolis two years ago and quickly assembling a roster designed …

Anthony Edwards and the T-wolves take a stronger dose of maturity into playoff rematch with Denver
7 months, 2 weeks ago

Anthony Edwards and the T-wolves take a stronger dose of maturity into playoff rematch with Denver

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — The ball left Anthony Edwards’ right hand and bounced off the back rim at the buzzer, sending him sprinting off the court in anger over his miss of a tying 3-point try for Minnesota that preserved a series-clinching Game 5 victory for eventual NBA champion Denver. “The second half, it’s time to win,” Edwards said after posting his …

Nuggets coach Michael Malone: defense of NBA title won’t get any easier against Wolves in Round 2
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Nuggets coach Michael Malone: defense of NBA title won’t get any easier against Wolves in Round 2

Associated Press  

DENVER — Sending LeBron James to his earliest playoff exit was harder than it looked, and Denver Nuggets coach Michael Malone doesn’t foresee the next step in their title defense getting any easier. “They’re not an easy out,” Malone said after Jamal Murray’s second game-winner of the series gave Denver a 108-106 win over the Lakers in Game 5 Monday …

Edwards and Towns lead Timberwolves into the 2nd round of the NBA playoffs for 1st time since 2004
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Edwards and Towns lead Timberwolves into the 2nd round of the NBA playoffs for 1st time since 2004

Associated Press  

PHOENIX — The Minnesota Timberwolves are off to the second round of the NBA playoffs for the first time in 20 years. Anthony Edwards scored 40 points, Karl-Anthony Towns added 28 and the Timberwolves pulled away late to beat the Suns 122-116 on Sunday night and sweep the first-round playoff series. “The future’s so bright for him, I’ve got to …

Anthony Edwards scores 36 points, Timberwolves beat Suns 126-109 for 3-0 series lead
7 months, 3 weeks ago

Anthony Edwards scores 36 points, Timberwolves beat Suns 126-109 for 3-0 series lead

Associated Press  

PHOENIX — Anthony Edwards hit a jumper late in the fourth quarter and snarled as he ran down the court, pounding his chest with his fist for emphasis as Minnesota pulled away for another dominant playoff win. Edwards scored 36 points, Rudy Gobert added 19 points and 14 rebounds and the Timberwolves used a hot-shooting third quarter to beat the …

Edwards and the Timberwolves visit Phoenix with 2-0 series lead
7 months, 4 weeks ago

Edwards and the Timberwolves visit Phoenix with 2-0 series lead

Associated Press  

Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Phoenix Suns Phoenix; Friday, 10:30 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK: LINE Suns -4; over/under is 206.5 WESTERN CONFERENCE FIRST ROUND: Timberwolves lead series 2-0 BOTTOM LINE: The Minnesota Timberwolves visit the Phoenix Suns in the Western Conference first round with a 2-0 lead in the series. Minnesota ranks seventh in the Western Conference scoring 50.8 points per game …

Denver hosts Minnesota following Edwards’ 51-point outing
8 months, 1 week ago

Denver hosts Minnesota following Edwards’ 51-point outing

Associated Press  

Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Denver Nuggets Denver; Wednesday, 10 p.m. EDT FANDUEL SPORTSBOOK NBA LINE: Nuggets -5.5; over/under is 213.5 BOTTOM LINE: Minnesota takes on the Denver Nuggets after Anthony Edwards scored 51 points in the Timberwolves’ 130-121 victory over the Washington Wizards. Denver ranks eighth in the league with 33.7 defensive rebounds per game led by Nikola Jokic averaging 9.5. …

Anthony Edwards scores career-high 51 points, Timberwolves rally to beat Wizards 130-121
8 months, 1 week ago

Anthony Edwards scores career-high 51 points, Timberwolves rally to beat Wizards 130-121

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Anthony Edwards scored a career-high 51 points and the Minnesota Timberwolves overcame an early 21-point deficit with a dominant second half to beat the Washington Wizards 130-121 on Tuesday night. “He put me in the office 2-3 days ago and said, ‘Look man we’ve got this Washington game, and we need to win it, need to come ready …

Conley, Edwards lead surging Timberwolves past Nuggets 111-98 and into 1st-place tie in West
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Conley, Edwards lead surging Timberwolves past Nuggets 111-98 and into 1st-place tie in West

Associated Press  

DENVER — This is why Glen Taylor doesn’t want to let go of the Minnesota Timberwolves. Anthony Edwards scored 25 points and Mike Conley added 23 in Minnesota’s 111-98 rout of Denver on Friday night that sent the Timberwolves into a first-place tie in the Western Conference — and the defending NBA champion Nuggets into third place. “There’s a lot …

Timberwolves top Cavaliers 104-91 behind Conley’s 21 points and fan favorite Reid’s 18
9 months ago

Timberwolves top Cavaliers 104-91 behind Conley’s 21 points and fan favorite Reid’s 18

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Mike Conley scored 21 points and fan favorite Naz Reid added 18 points on his beach towel giveaway night, leading the Minnesota Timberwolves past the Cleveland Cavaliers 104-91 on Friday. Anthony Edwards had 16 points and 13 rebounds, Rudy Gobert grabbed 15 rebounds and Jaden McDaniels added 15 points, three steals and two blocks for the Timberwolves, who …

Jokic’s 35 points pace Nuggets in 115-112 win over short-handed Timberwolves after tight finish
9 months ago

Jokic’s 35 points pace Nuggets in 115-112 win over short-handed Timberwolves after tight finish

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Nikola Jokic had 35 points and 16 rebounds and Michael Porter Jr. scored 13 of his 26 points in the fourth quarter as the Denver Nuggets fended off the undermanned and undersized Minnesota Timberwolves 115-112 on Tuesday night. “That’s something we really have to get better at.” The Nuggets moved within percentage points of idle Oklahoma City for …

Edwards scores 32 points, leads banged-up Timberwolves to 114-104 win at Utah
9 months ago

Edwards scores 32 points, leads banged-up Timberwolves to 114-104 win at Utah

Associated Press  

SALT LAKE CITY — Anthony Edwards had 32 points, eight assists and seven rebounds to lead the Minnesota Timberwolves over the Utah Jazz 114-104 on Monday night. He’s a little more composed, not rushing it as much.” Naz Reid added 17 points on 7-of-12 shooting but did not play after halftime due to a head injury. Utah lost its second …

Towns, Edwards help Timberwolves rally in second half for 121-100 victory over Clippers
10 months, 1 week ago

Towns, Edwards help Timberwolves rally in second half for 121-100 victory over Clippers

Associated Press  

LOS ANGELES — Karl-Anthony Towns scored 24 points, Anthony Edwards added 23 and the Minnesota Timberwolves pulled away in the second half for a 121-100 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers on Monday night in a matchup of two of the top teams in the Western Conference. They recognize that and set the tone at the start of the second …

Edwards scores 27 as Timberwolves top Thunder 107-101 in a matchup of Western Conference leaders
10 months, 3 weeks ago

Edwards scores 27 as Timberwolves top Thunder 107-101 in a matchup of Western Conference leaders

Associated Press  

OKLAHOMA CITY — Anthony Edwards scored 27 points and the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 107-101 on Monday in a matchup of teams that entered the night tied atop the Western Conference standings. “Anthony did a really good job with picking his spots, trusting his teammates, playing clean and quick, getting downhill, putting the pressure on them,” Minnesota …

Anthony Edwards scores 38 as Timberwolves return to form, beat Wizards 118-107
10 months, 4 weeks ago

Anthony Edwards scores 38 as Timberwolves return to form, beat Wizards 118-107

Associated Press  

WASHINGTON — Anthony Edwards scored 38 points and the Western Conference-leading Minnesota Timberwolves avoided their first three-game skid of the season, beating the Washington Wizards 118-107 on Wednesday night. Minnesota was coming off a home loss to lowly Charlotte in which Towns scored 62 points, a performance coach Chris Finch called “disgusting” and “immature.” “We got cussed out about it, …

West-leading Timberwolves beat Grizzlies 118-103 to reach midpoint with 30-11 record
11 months ago

West-leading Timberwolves beat Grizzlies 118-103 to reach midpoint with 30-11 record

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Anthony Edwards scored 26 of his 28 points in the second half and the West-leading Minnesota Timberwolves beat the injury-ravaged Memphis Grizzlies 118-103 on Thursday night. Santi Aldama, who had 13 points off the bench, tried to get under Gobert’s skin with stare-downs, trash talk and lobbying the officials for foul calls on the three-time NBA Defensive Player …

Edwards scores 31, Timberwolves hold on to beat the Lakers 108-106 on LeBron’s 39th birthday
11 months, 3 weeks ago

Edwards scores 31, Timberwolves hold on to beat the Lakers 108-106 on LeBron’s 39th birthday

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — LeBron James woke up sick on his 39th birthday, unsure if he’d be able to help the Los Angeles Lakers in their road game Saturday night against the Western Conference-leading Minnesota Timberwolves. Unfortunately for the Lakers, the NBA’s replay center ruled the long jumper with 3.3 seconds left was just a 2-pointer, leaving James to question the replay …

Karl-Anthony Towns helps T-wolves beat Jazz 101-90 with Edwards sidelined
1 year ago

Karl-Anthony Towns helps T-wolves beat Jazz 101-90 with Edwards sidelined

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Karl-Anthony Towns had 32 points and 11 rebounds, and the Minnesota Timberwolves weathered the absence of leading scorer Anthony Edwards to beat the Utah Jazz 101-90 on Thursday night. Acquired in a trade with Utah last season that also brought veteran guard Mike Conley to the Wolves, Alexander-Walker had the chance to show his former team what he’s …

Anthony Edwards’ star turn continues in Minnesota + James Harden takes the court again
1 year, 1 month ago

Anthony Edwards’ star turn continues in Minnesota + James Harden takes the court again

New York Times  

This is the digital version of The Bounce. Instead, Edwards used his passing in the fourth quarter to counteract some bad shooting decisions down the stretch, before scoring eight of the Wolves’ 13 points in the extra period. At just 22 years old, Edwards is leading a team with the NBA’s best defense in this early season, slaying giants and …

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