Timberwolves Edge Warriors 127-120 in High-Stakes Western Conference Battle

Curry’s Return Not Enough as Timberwolves Triumph at Chase Center

The Golden State Warriors played against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Friday night at 7:00pm PT in San Francisco, marking a highly anticipated matchup between two Western Conference contenders. Rudy Gobert had 24 points and 14 rebounds, Donte DiVincenzo made a clutch 3-pointer with 28 seconds remaining and the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Golden State Warriors 127-120 in a thrilling contest that kept fans on the edge of their seats.

Stephen Curry Returns, But Timberwolves Execute in Clutch

The game held special significance as Golden State could be getting an even bigger boost to its rotation against Minnesota with the expected return of Stephen Curry. The Warriors’ superstar missed the past five games with a quad injury but is anticipated to be back in the lineup. Despite Curry’s impressive performance, the Timberwolves were without their leading scorer, as Anthony Edwards has been ruled out for Friday’s game due to a foot injury.

Both teams played excellent basketball in the third quarter, with the Warriors entering the final frame with a 91-88 lead. Curry and Randle both had 25 points, with no team leading by more than six points at any stage of the game. The tightly contested battle showcased exceptional talent on both sides.

Minnesota’s Fourth Quarter Dominance Seals Victory

The Timberwolves executed their game plan imperiously in the clutch and spoiled Curry’s exhilarating performance. Minnesota won the final frame 39-29 and recorded a 127-120 win. The victory improved Minnesota’s record and demonstrated their ability to compete without their star player Edwards.

Significance for Western Conference Playoff Race

This matchup carried substantial playoff implications, as Golden State comes into this game sitting in eighth place in the Western Conference, with a recent record of three wins and two losses over their last five games, while Minnesota sits sixth in the West. They arrive after a defeat in their most recent outing but had previously put together a four-game winning streak.

The Timberwolves’ victory showcases their depth and resilience, proving they can compete at the highest level even without Anthony Edwards. For the Warriors, despite Curry’s return, the loss highlights ongoing consistency issues that could affect their playoff positioning as the season progresses. Both teams will look to build momentum in the competitive Western Conference race.