NBA: Surprising Minnesota Timberwolves, Sacramento Kings square off again
1 year, 11 months ago

NBA: Surprising Minnesota Timberwolves, Sacramento Kings square off again

The Hindu  

Two teams that have positioned themselves to make rare playoff appearances hope to continue to rise at the other’s expense when the Sacramento Kings visit the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday night in Minneapolis. The Timberwolves’ Anthony Edwards was the game’s leading scorer with 34 points to go with 10 rebounds and six assists. The Kings, whose current.563 winning percentage is nearly 200 points higher than last year’s.366, have stumbled lately, losing three of four. Like Edwards, Domantas Sabonis continued a season worthy of All-Star consideration on Saturday, posting 23 points, 10 rebounds and five assists against the Timberwolves.

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Fox has 33 points, Kings beat Mavericks 110-100 as Christie wins first after becoming interim coach
4 days, 6 hours ago

Fox has 33 points, Kings beat Mavericks 110-100 as Christie wins first after becoming interim coach

Associated Press  

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — De’Aaron Fox scored 33 points, and the Sacramento Kings beat the short-handed Dallas Mavericks 110-100 on Monday night to give Doug Christie his first win as the interim head coach after the Kings fired Mike Brown last week. The Mavericks were without Kyrie Irving, Klay Thompson, Dereck Lively II and Naji Marshall, in addition to Luka Doncic …

Anthony Davis and Austin Reaves power LeBron-less Lakers past Kings
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1 week ago

Anthony Davis and Austin Reaves power LeBron-less Lakers past Kings

LA Times  

Lakers star Anthony Davis, center, shoots between Sacramento Kings forward Trey Lyles, left, and guard Keon Ellis during the Lakers’ 132-122 win Saturday Crypto.com Arena. Sacramento had been thrown into complete chaos, the Lakers taking two-straight from them in their building last week — links in the chain of events that led to the team firing coach Mike Brown on …

Sacramento takes on Los Angeles, seeks to stop 5-game slide
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1 week, 1 day ago

Sacramento takes on Los Angeles, seeks to stop 5-game slide

Associated Press  

Sacramento Kings vs. Los Angeles Lakers Los Angeles; Saturday, 10:30 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Sacramento is looking to break its five-game slide with a victory over Los Angeles. The Kings average 12.0 made 3-pointers per game this season, 1.5 fewer made shots on average than the 13.5 per game the Lakers allow. LAST 10 GAMES: Lakers: 5-5, averaging 106.0 points, …

Mavericks play the Timberwolves on Christmas day
1 week, 4 days ago

Mavericks play the Timberwolves on Christmas day

Associated Press  

Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Dallas Mavericks Dallas; Wednesday, 2:30 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Mavericks -4.5; over/under is 223 BOTTOM LINE: The Dallas Mavericks face the Minnesota Timberwolves. The 118.8 points per game the Mavericks score are 11.6 more points than the Timberwolves give up. LAST 10 GAMES: Mavericks: 8-2, averaging 121.3 points, 45.5 rebounds, 26.9 assists, 10.0 steals and 5.5 …

Hawks take on the Timberwolves on 3-game slide
1 week, 6 days ago

Hawks take on the Timberwolves on 3-game slide

Associated Press  

Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Atlanta Hawks Atlanta; Monday, 7:30 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Atlanta enters the matchup against Minnesota after losing three games in a row. The Hawks’ 12.3 made 3-pointers per game this season are just 0.2 more made shots on average than the 12.1 per game the Timberwolves allow. Rudy Gobert is scoring 10.6 points per game and averaging …

Anthony Edwards leads rising Timberwolves over Spurs
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2 weeks, 5 days 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 beat Lakers without LeBron James 97-87 with another defensive showing
3 weeks ago

Timberwolves beat Lakers without LeBron James 97-87 with another defensive showing

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Anthony Edwards scored 23 points and the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Los Angeles Lakers 97-87 on Friday night. Anthony Davis led Los Angeles with 23 points and 11 rebounds, but the Lakers lost for the eighth time in 11 games. Austin Reaves scored 18 points in his first game back after missing five games with a left pelvic …

Sabonis has season-high 32 points and 20 rebounds to lead Kings to a 111-109 win over Pelicans
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3 weeks, 1 day ago

Sabonis has season-high 32 points and 20 rebounds to lead Kings to a 111-109 win over Pelicans

Hindustan Times  

NEW ORLEANS — Domantas Sabonas scored a season-high 32 points and matched a season best with 20 rebounds, and the Sacramento Kings beat the New Orleans Pelicans 111-109 on Thursday night. HT Image DeMar DeRozan scored 29 points, while De'Aaron Fox and Keegan Murray each added 18 points for the Kings, who have won three straight and four of five. …

Sabonis has season-high 32 points and 20 rebounds to lead Kings to a 111-109 win over Pelicans
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3 weeks, 1 day ago

Sabonis has season-high 32 points and 20 rebounds to lead Kings to a 111-109 win over Pelicans

Associated Press  

NEW ORLEANS — Domantas Sabonas scored a season-high 32 points and matched a season best with 20 rebounds, and the Sacramento Kings beat the New Orleans Pelicans 111-109 on Thursday night. DeMar DeRozan scored 29 points, while De’Aaron Fox and Keegan Murray each added 18 points for the Kings, who have won three straight and four of five. Trey Murphy …

Los Angeles faces Minnesota on 3-game road slide
3 weeks, 2 days ago

Los Angeles faces Minnesota on 3-game road slide

Associated Press  

Los Angeles Lakers vs. Minnesota Timberwolves Minneapolis; Friday, 8 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Timberwolves -7; over/under is 217 BOTTOM LINE: Los Angeles hits the road against Minnesota looking to end its three-game road losing streak. The Timberwolves average 110.5 points per game, 5.3 fewer points than the 115.8 the Lakers allow. Anthony Davis is scoring 27.5 points per game …

Minnesota brings 5-game win streak into matchup with Los Angeles
4 weeks ago

Minnesota brings 5-game win streak into matchup with Los Angeles

Associated Press  

Minnesota Wild vs. Los Angeles Kings Los Angeles; Saturday, 8 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Kings -141, Wild +119; over/under is 5.5 BOTTOM LINE: The Minnesota Wild are looking to keep their five-game win streak going when they visit the Los Angeles Kings. Los Angeles has a 9-2-1 record in home games and a 15-8-3 record overall. LAST 10 GAMES: …

Minnesota faces Golden State on 4-game win streak
4 weeks ago

Minnesota faces Golden State on 4-game win streak

Associated Press  

Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Golden State Warriors San Francisco; Sunday, 8:30 p.m. EST BOTTOM LINE: Minnesota will look to keep its four-game win streak alive when the Timberwolves take on Golden State. Golden State is fourth in the NBA with 13.0 offensive rebounds per game led by Kevon Looney averaging 3.6 offensive boards. LAST 10 GAMES: Warriors: 3-7, averaging 105.5 points, …

DeRozan, Sabonis help Kings rout Spurs 140-113, with Wembanyama sidelined by injury
4 weeks ago

DeRozan, Sabonis help Kings rout Spurs 140-113, with Wembanyama sidelined by injury

Associated Press  

SAN ANTONIO — DeMar DeRozan scored 23 points, Domantas Sabonis had 22 points and 16 rebounds and the Sacramento Kings rolled to a 140-113 victory over San Antonio on Friday night, handing the Spurs their second straight loss without Victor Wembanyama. Spurs rookie Stephon Castle had 15 points, and Chris Paul had 11 points, 13 assists and eight rebounds. San …

Minnesota plays Golden State on 3-game win streak
4 weeks, 1 day ago

Minnesota plays Golden State on 3-game win streak

Associated Press  

Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Golden State Warriors San Francisco; Friday, 10 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Warriors -2; over/under is 220.5 BOTTOM LINE: Minnesota is looking to keep its three-game win streak intact when the Timberwolves take on Golden State. Golden State is fifth in the league averaging 15.3 made 3-pointers per game while shooting 37.1% from deep. The Warriors average …

Timberwolves blow out Lakers 109-80 behind Randle, Gobert and tough defense
1 month ago

Timberwolves blow out Lakers 109-80 behind Randle, Gobert and tough defense

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Julius Randle scored 18 points and Rudy Gobert had 17 points and 12 rebounds to lead the Minnesota Timberwolves past the Los Angeles Lakers 109-80 on Monday night. Anthony Edwards had only eight points on 3-for-13 shooting for the Wolves, but his Olympic teammates LeBron James and Anthony Davis were just as quiet for the Lakers. After beating …

LeBron James barely keeps double-digit scoring streak alive as LA Lakers fall to Minnesota Timberwolves
1 month ago

LeBron James barely keeps double-digit scoring streak alive as LA Lakers fall to Minnesota Timberwolves

CNN  

CNN — LeBron James continues to endure one of the worst shooting slumps of his career as the Los Angeles Lakers were easily beaten, 109-80, by the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday. The four-time NBA champion did, however, just about keep his long-running, league-record, double-digit scoring streak alive, extending it to 1,243 games as he registered 10 points to go with …

Trail Blazers beat Kings 115-106 to stay alive in NBA Cup
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1 month ago

Trail Blazers beat Kings 115-106 to stay alive in NBA Cup

Associated Press  

PORTLAND, Ore. — Deandre Ayton had 26 points and nine rebounds to lead the Portland Trail Blazers to a 115-106 victory over the Sacramento Kings in an NBA Cup game on Friday night. Anfernee Simons added 21 points and nine assists and Deni Avdija had 20 points and nine rebounds for the Blazers. Takeaways Kings: Sacramento lost despite attempting five …

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

Minnesota hosts Los Angeles following Harden’s 43-point game
1 month, 1 week ago

Minnesota hosts Los Angeles following Harden’s 43-point game

Associated Press  

Los Angeles Clippers vs. Minnesota Timberwolves Minneapolis; Friday, 7:30 p.m. EST BETMGM SPORTSBOOK LINE: Timberwolves -5.5; over/under is 217.5 BOTTOM LINE: Los Angeles visits the Minnesota Timberwolves after James Harden scored 43 points in the Clippers’ 121-96 win over the Washington Wizards. Los Angeles is sixth in the Western Conference scoring 50.2 points per game in the paint led by …

Monk and Fox take over late to lead the Kings past the Timberwolves 115-104
1 month, 1 week ago

Monk and Fox take over late to lead the Kings past the Timberwolves 115-104

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Malik Monk had 27 points, nine assists and eight rebounds, De’Aaron Fox added 26 points, eight assists and eight rebounds, and the Sacramento Kings rode a gritty performance underneath both baskets to a 115-104 victory against the scuffling Minnesota Timberwolves on Wednesday night. The 2023-24 Sixth Man of the Year finalist made back-to-back 3-pointers with less than four …

NBA roundup: Heat turns back Mavericks in OT, Celtics beats Timberwolves
1 month, 1 week ago

NBA roundup: Heat turns back Mavericks in OT, Celtics beats Timberwolves

The Hindu  

Jimmy Butler scored a game-high 33 points and added nine rebounds and six assists as the host Miami Heat defeated the Dallas Mavericks 123-118 in overtime on Sunday night. Celtics 107, Timberwolves 105 Jaylen Brown scored 29 points and Jayson Tatum finished with 26 points and eight rebounds to help Boston extend its winning streak to five games by beating …

Minnesota Timberwolves Triumph Over Denver Nuggets in Thrilling Thriller
2 months 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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2 months 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.

Kings Dominate Jazz, 113-96, as Sabonis and Fox Shine
2 months ago

Kings Dominate Jazz, 113-96, as Sabonis and Fox Shine

Associated Press  

The Kings dominated the Jazz 113-96, extending their winning streak to two games. Domantas Sabonis shone for the Kings with 28 points and 11 rebounds, while DeMar DeRozan contributed 20 points and eight assists. The Kings shot 25.8% from 3-point range but hit 65.6% inside the arc, showcasing their improved shooting efficiency. The Jazz, without their defensive stopper Taylor Hendricks, …

Timberwolves Dominate Raptors in Thrilling Game
2 months, 1 week ago

Timberwolves Dominate Raptors in Thrilling Game

Associated Press  

The Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the Toronto Raptors 112-101 on Saturday night. Julius Randle had a double-double with 24 points and 9 rebounds, while Anthony Edwards also scored 24 points. The Timberwolves dominated the paint and outscored the Raptors 56-42 in the second half. The Raptors struggled to find their rhythm offensively, missing eight of their first nine shots in the …

Timberwolves Seek Quick Pivot from Towns Trade to Maintain Last Season's NBA Conference Finals Momentum
2 months, 2 weeks ago

Timberwolves Seek Quick Pivot from Towns Trade to Maintain Last Season's NBA Conference Finals Momentum

Associated Press  

The Minnesota Timberwolves have made a significant move by trading F Karl-Anthony Towns to the New York Knicks for F Julius Randle and G Donte DiVincenzo. This trade is designed to keep the window open for championship contention around Anthony Edwards, who is entering his prime years. The Timberwolves are also adding defensive reinforcements in Randle and DiVincenzo, who are …

Mavericks look to secure conference finals victory over the Timberwolves
7 months ago

Mavericks look to secure conference finals victory over the Timberwolves

Associated Press  

Dallas Mavericks vs. Minnesota Timberwolves Minneapolis; Thursday, 8:30 p.m. EDT WESTERN CONFERENCE FINALS: Mavericks lead series 3-1 BOTTOM LINE: The Dallas Mavericks look to clinch the series over the Minnesota Timberwolves in game five of the Western Conference finals. TOP PERFORMERS: Karl-Anthony Towns is scoring 21.8 points per game and averaging 8.3 rebounds for the Timberwolves. LAST 10 GAMES: Timberwolves: …

Dallas tries to clinch conference finals in game 4
7 months, 1 week ago

Dallas tries to clinch conference finals in game 4

Associated Press  

Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Dallas Mavericks Dallas; Tuesday, 8:30 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK: LINE Mavericks -3.5; over/under is 210 WESTERN CONFERENCE FINALS: Mavericks lead series 3-0 BOTTOM LINE: The Dallas Mavericks look to clinch the Western Conference finals over the Minnesota Timberwolves in game four. Dallas is eighth in the NBA with 15.8 fast break points per game led by Irving …

Mavericks stand tall against Timberwolves with big effort around the rim
7 months, 1 week 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 …

Edwards leads Wolves back from 20-point deficit for 98-90 win over defending NBA champion Nuggets
7 months, 2 weeks 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, 2 weeks 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 …

Denver, Minnesota set for game 7 matchup
7 months, 2 weeks 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 …

NBA Playoffs 2024: Knicks bounce back to crush Pacers, Jokic and Nuggets on a roll
7 months, 2 weeks ago

NBA Playoffs 2024: Knicks bounce back to crush Pacers, Jokic and Nuggets on a roll

The Hindu  

Jalen Brunson was back to his best on Tuesday as the New York Knicks dominated the Indiana Pacers 121-91 to take a 3-2 lead in their Eastern Conference semifinal Game 5. After losing Game 4 by 32 points, it was an emphatic response from the Knicks, with Brunson piling up 44 points with seven assists and four rebounds. Jokic guides …

Nuggets vs. Timberwolves: Jokic scores 40, Nuggets shut down Edwards
7 months, 2 weeks 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, 3 weeks 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 …

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

Minnesota looks to secure series against Phoenix in game 4
8 months, 1 week ago

Minnesota looks to secure series against Phoenix in game 4

Associated Press  

Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Phoenix Suns Phoenix; Sunday, 9:30 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK: LINE Timberwolves -1; over/under is 211 WESTERN CONFERENCE FIRST ROUND: Timberwolves lead series 3-0 BOTTOM LINE: The Minnesota Timberwolves look to clinch the series over the Phoenix Suns in game four of the Western Conference first round. The 116.2 points per game the Suns score are 9.7 more …

Anthony Edwards scores 36 points, Timberwolves beat Suns 126-109 for 3-0 series lead
8 months, 1 week 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
8 months, 1 week 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 …

Minnesota starts playoffs against Phoenix
8 months, 2 weeks ago

Minnesota starts playoffs against Phoenix

Associated Press  

Phoenix Suns vs. Minnesota Timberwolves Minneapolis; Saturday, 3:30 p.m. EDT BETMGM SPORTSBOOK: LINE Timberwolves -1.5; over/under is 214 WESTERN CONFERENCE FIRST ROUND: Timberwolves host first series matchup BOTTOM LINE: The Minnesota Timberwolves host the Phoenix Suns to start the Western Conference first round. Minnesota ranks seventh in the Western Conference with 50.8 points per game in the paint led by …

Minnesota visits Los Angeles after Kaprizov’s 2-goal game
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Minnesota visits Los Angeles after Kaprizov’s 2-goal game

Associated Press  

Minnesota Wild vs. Los Angeles Kings Los Angeles; Monday, 9:30 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: The Minnesota Wild visit the Los Angeles Kings after Kirill Kaprizov’s two-goal game against the San Jose Sharks in the Wild’s 6-2 win. Kevin Fiala has scored six goals with four assists over the last 10 games. LAST 10 GAMES: Kings: 6-4-0, averaging three goals, five …

Portland faces Sacramento, looks to halt 4-game skid
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Portland faces Sacramento, looks to halt 4-game skid

Associated Press  

Portland Trail Blazers vs. Sacramento Kings Sacramento, California; Sunday, 3:30 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Portland heads into the matchup with Sacramento as losers of four straight games. The Trail Blazers average 11.5 made 3-pointers per game this season, 1.7 fewer made shots on average than the 13.2 per game the Kings give up. LAST 10 GAMES: Kings: 3-7, averaging 108.6 …

Jokic scores 41 points and leads Nuggets past Timberwolves 116-107 to take lead in West
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Jokic scores 41 points and leads Nuggets past Timberwolves 116-107 to take lead in West

Associated Press  

DENVER — Nikola Jokic minimized the matchup between teams tied atop the Western Conference standings, then put on a show for the ages — and for anyone still doubting he’s the best player on the planet. I don’t think anybody in the NBA can guard Nikola 1-on-1.” Jamal Murray added 20 points in 27 minutes and Michael Porter Jr. scored …

Denver hosts Minnesota following Edwards’ 51-point outing
8 months, 3 weeks 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, 3 weeks 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 …

Sabonis’ 61st straight double-double sparks Kings’ 107-77 rout of Nets
8 months, 3 weeks ago

Sabonis’ 61st straight double-double sparks Kings’ 107-77 rout of Nets

Associated Press  

NEW YORK — Domantas Sabonis had 18 points and 20 rebounds to extend his streak of double-doubles to 61 games, and the Sacramento Kings routed the Brooklyn Nets 107-77 on Sunday night. “He’s such a competitor,” Kings coach Mike Brown said. “I was happy with the guys’ effort in the second half,” Nets interim coach Kevin Ollie said. In the …

Conley, Edwards lead surging Timberwolves past Nuggets 111-98 and into 1st-place tie in West
9 months 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 beat Pistons 106-91 to hit 50-win mark for 5th time in franchise’s 35 seasons
9 months, 1 week ago

Timberwolves beat Pistons 106-91 to hit 50-win mark for 5th time in franchise’s 35 seasons

Associated Press  

MINNEAPOLIS — Naz Reid had 21 points and 10 rebounds and Jaden McDaniels added 20 points to help the Minnesota Timberwolves overcome a sluggish start Wednesday night to beat the NBA -worst Detroit Pistons 106-91. The Wolves hit the 50-win mark for just the fifth time in their 35 seasons, matching the franchise’s third-highest total with 10 games to go. …

Sabonis’ milestone night helps the Kings beat the 76ers 108-96
9 months, 1 week ago

Sabonis’ milestone night helps the Kings beat the 76ers 108-96

Associated Press  

SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Domantas Sabonis had his NBA-leading 25th triple-double of the season on a milestone night, leading the Sacramento Kings to a 108-96 victory over the Philadelphia 76ers on Monday. Sabonis had 11 points, 13 rebounds and 10 assists to become the fifth player in NBA history with at least 25 triple-doubles in a season, joining Nikola Jokic, Russell …

Timberwolves top Cavaliers 104-91 behind Conley’s 21 points and fan favorite Reid’s 18
9 months, 1 week 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 …

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