MINNEAPOLIS — In a thrilling matchup, the Golden State Warriors emerged victorious over the Minnesota Timberwolves with a score of 113-103 on Saturday night. Stephen Curry delivered an impressive performance, scoring 31 points and netting 11 consecutive points in the fourth quarter to help secure the win.
The supporting cast for the Warriors included Trayce Jackson-Davis, who contributed 15 points along with nine rebounds, and Brandin Podziemski, who added 12 points. Curry’s efforts from beyond the arc were noteworthy, as he connected on seven 3-pointers and also dished out 10 assists throughout the game.
For the Timberwolves, Anthony Edwards and Donte DiVincenzo each scored 19 points, while Rudy Gobert made a significant impact with 18 points and 12 rebounds. The Timberwolves faced challenges early in the game but managed to stage a comeback, demonstrating resilience after initially trailing 36-15.
A key turning point in the game occurred with just under four minutes remaining when Edwards missed the second of two free throws, leaving the score at 96-94 in favor of Golden State. The Warriors secured the rebound, and Curry made a pivotal play by curling around a screen, receiving a pass, and sinking a crucial 3-pointer. Following that, he converted two free throws and hit two more 3s, extending the lead to 107-96.
One of the significant stats from the game was Minnesota’s struggle with shooting in the first half, as they managed to make just 27.3% of their shots in both the first and second quarters. Notably, four of their 12 field goals in the first half came from dunks, revealing that they were only 8 for 40 (20%) on all other types of shots.
Looking ahead, the Warriors are set to return home to face the Indiana Pacers, while the Timberwolves will travel to Atlanta for their next game on Monday.