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Wolves Defeat Cavs to Win Fourth Straight Game

Minnesota shot 70% in the third quarter and made 20 three-pointers overall, with 33 of 51 baskets assisted in a 131-122 win over Cleveland.

  • On Thursday night at the Target Center, the Minnesota Timberwolves erased a 67-63 halftime deficit with a 43-point third quarter, turning it into a 17-point lead.
  • Shooting efficiency drove the run, as the Wolves shot 57% with 20 triples while Minnesota's starters accounted for 85.4% of points and 33 of 51 buckets were assisted.
  • Anthony Edwards contributed both scoring and playmaking, finishing with 25 points, a season-high nine assists, and seven rebounds.
  • The victory moves the Wolves to 25-13 with four straight wins, and Minnesota remains in the Western Conference top six before an off day Friday ahead of Saturday at 12 p.m. CT on Prime Video.
  • The 3-point gap proved crucial as Minnesota's 20 of 38 from three fueled one of its most complete offensive performances of the season despite Cleveland's late rally led by Sam Merrill.
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Timberwolves offense explodes in win over Cleveland

The Minnesota Timberwolves exploded offensively against Cleveland for the Wolves fourth straight win. Anthony Edwards had 25 points.

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