MINNEAPOLIS — In an impressive performance, Anthony Edwards scored 34 points and made history by becoming the Minnesota Timberwolves’ all-time leader in 3-pointers during a commanding 133-104 win over the Denver Nuggets on Saturday.
Edwards showcased his scoring ability, converting 14 of 23 attempts from the field and contributing 23 points in the second half, as Minnesota steadily widened its lead after holding an 11-point advantage at the half.
For the Timberwolves, Julius Randle provided 21 points, while Rudy Gobert notched a double-double with 14 points and 14 rebounds, helping the team secure its second consecutive victory.
On the other side, Jamal Murray was the top scorer for the Nuggets with 25 points, while Nikola Jokic added 20 points and 11 assists. However, this game marked a change in momentum for Denver, which had recently been on a strong streak, winning four straight and eight of their last nine contests. Jokic’s performance also included a rare dip in rebounding, as he only secured three boards, thus ending his remarkable run of five consecutive triple-doubles.
Minnesota dominated the game from start to finish, achieving a season-high 40 points in the first quarter with an impressive shooting percentage of 69.2% (18 for 26) from the floor.
**Key Takeaways**
For Denver, despite their recent success and a six-game winning streak on the road, this defeat marked the beginning of a challenging five-game road trip for the team with a solid 14-8 road record, ranking third in the Western Conference.
The Timberwolves, meanwhile, boasted a season-best 53 field goals made, with their shooting accuracy of 55.8% being the second-highest figure of the year for them.
**Defining Moment**
A significant moment occurred midway through the third quarter with the Timberwolves leading 91-77. Edwards missed a 3-pointer from the wing, but Gobert managed to secure the offensive rebound. Naz Reid then attempted a close-range hook shot that didn’t go in, yet Gobert once again demonstrated his effort by tipping the ball to an open area before chasing it down. Eventually, the ball made its way back to Edwards, who capitalized on the opportunity and nailed a 3-pointer to extend Minnesota’s lead to its largest of the game at 17 points.
**Important Stat**
Edwards’ third 3-pointer of the night marked the 976th of his career, elevating him past Karl-Anthony Towns to become the Timberwolves’ all-time leader in made 3-pointers.
**Looking Ahead**
Both teams will be back on the court on Monday, with the Nuggets set to visit Chicago while the Timberwolves prepare to host Atlanta.
