Timberwolves Beat Magic (118-111) For 7th Straight Win

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The Minnesota Timberwolves, on a thrilling 6-game winning streak, faced the Orlando Magic in a highly anticipated matchup. With Donte DiVincenzo and Julius Randle back in the lineup, bolstered by the healthy Rudy Gobert, the Timberwolves were eager to showcase their potential.

The Timberwolves displayed remarkable ball movement, showcasing their playmaking prowess. They finished with 26 assists, compared to the Magic’s 18, hinting at the team’s true capabilities when finding cutting players in space. However, the Timberwolves’ momentum was challenged by the exceptional performance of Orlando’s Paolo Banchero.

Banchero, a young star, finished with an impressive 43 points, 10 rebounds, and 3 assists. He showcased his scoring prowess, sinking tough contested shots despite elite defenders. The Timberwolves found themselves trailing by 11 points, but Donte DiVincenzo’s electrifying entrance breathed new life into the team.

DiVincenzo’s monster block electrified the crowd and his teammates, and he finished with 14 points, 3 rebounds, and 5 assists. His hustle and defense inspired his teammates, who rallied to overcome the deficit.

Julius Randle and Anthony Edwards combined for 50 points, capitalizing on the space created by the defense. As Coach Finch had emphasized, everyone understands their roles on the team. Although they didn’t know their roles at the start of the season, they’ve come a long way and are now poised to face the Utah Jazz on Sunday.

Mar 15, 2025 No Comments
Timberwolves Win 5th Straight Game After Defeating The Spurs (141-124)

Timberwolves Win 5th Straight Game After Defeating The Spurs (141-124)

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The Minnesota Timberwolves got some great news pregame as they found out that Rudy Gobert would be available. Rudy has been nursing an back injury and his return will help big time in the front court defensively.

 

This was one of those games that Minnesota can overlook but they were locked in and focused as they look an early lead and never looked back. The Timberwolves had 7 scorers in double figures and have been playing with a well balanced attack as of late. Randle and DiVincenzo back in the lineup has helped this team out tremendously as Anthony Edwards can be able to play within the game and do so much more defensively.

 

The Spurs were trailing the whole game but the one bright spot they had was Stephon Castle this young man has a bright future no wonder the Spurs didn’t want to add him in the Fox trade. Tonight Castle was able to score inside and out but was always putting pressure on the Timberwolves defense.

Anthony Edwards finished with 25 points, 3 rebounds, and 3 assists as the Timberwolves continue to stack wins up at the right time.

 

 

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Mar 10, 2025 No Comments
The Timberwolves Rally Late At Home To Beat Philadelphia (126-112)

The Timberwolves Rally Late At Home To Beat Philadelphia (126-112)

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The 76ers are coming into Minnesota fresh from shutting down Joel Embiid for the remainder of the season. On the flip side, the Minnesota Timberwolves are just now getting their players back healthy, as Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo are back in the lineup now.

 

The 76ers came out on a mission as Quentin Grimes was playing out of this world against the Timberwolves. It seemed as though anything that Grimes put up was going in, and he was able to keep the 76ers in the game. Grimes was attacking the basket and knocked down shots on missed assignments by the Timberwolves.

 

The Mavericks just gave up this pure scorer in that trade, and Minnesota had no way of stopping him in the 1st half. Grimes had 20 points in the 1st half against the Timberwolves but finished the game with 30 points as the Timberwolves made the proper adjustments. It was only a matter of time before Jaden McDaniels and the rest of the 3&D guys got to him to put an end to it.

 

Anthony Edwards started the game attacking every chance he got, and as a result, he left the game for a bit to get his thumb looked at. Edwards was able to come back, but you can tell that the thumb was still an issue, but he was able to tough it out. One thing about Anthony Edwards is the fact that if it’s not broken, he’s going to play, and that’s what he did. On the night, Ant-Man finished with 18 points, five rebounds, and one assist.

 

The leading scorer for the Timberwolves tonight was Naz Reid, as he was able to finish with 23 points tonight. When Naz has his game going on both ends, it’s tough to stop this Minnesota team. Jaden McDaniels was able to showcase his elite defense against the 76ers tonight with two steals & 4 blocks. When the Timberwolves play like they did tonight, it’s going to be a tough out in the playoffs. Nickeil Alexander-Walker was able to add in 20 points himself, as he’s been able to flourish knowing that teams are doubling Anthony and Julius.

 

 

The Timberwolves will be playing against the Charlotte Hornets tomorrow night as they look to stay in the win column.

 

 

 

Photo Credit: Brad Rempel-Imagn Images

 

Mar 5, 2025 No Comments