The Minnesota Timberwolves secured a crucial 117-110 victory over the Golden State Warriors in Game Four of their Western Conference playoff series, taking a commanding 3-1 lead and setting themselves up for a strong chance to advance.
Key Performers
- Anthony Edwards led the team with 30 points, marking his second consecutive game with at least 30 points.
- Karl-Anthony Towns and Kyle Anderson also contributed significantly, both scoring in double figures.
Warriors’ Struggles
The Warriors were without star player Stephen Curry, who missed his third straight game due to a strained left hamstring. His status remains uncertain as he is expected to undergo further evaluation later this week. Curry mentioned, "I could potentially return if all goes well with my recovery," but no official timeline has been set for his comeback.
Despite Curry’s absence, the Warriors put up a strong fight, led by:
- Klay Thompson with 32 points
- Jordan Poole with a career-high-tying 28 points off the bench
Game Highlights
- The Timberwolves shot just under 50% from three-point range and held Golden State’s bench scoreless until late in the fourth quarter.
- Wolves coach Chris Finch acknowledged the challenge, stating, "We knew we had our hands full going into tonight. They’re one of those teams that can get hot quickly."
Edwards’ Impact
Edwards helped Minnesota take control early in Game Four after trailing by two at halftime. He scored nine points in the first five minutes of the third quarter and contributed with four rebounds and two assists. His performance included:
- A key assist to Towns for an easy layup attempt.
- A three-pointer from Anderson that gave the Wolves a six-point lead heading into the final frame.
In the closing moments, Edwards tied the game twice and hit a go-ahead jumper, followed by another three-pointer, giving the Timberwolves a seven-point cushion. Despite Poole’s efforts to keep pace, including hitting four threes in less than a minute, the Warriors could not catch up.
Looking Ahead
With this win, Minnesota now holds a commanding lead in their best-of-seven series against Golden State. The next matchup is scheduled for Wednesday night at Target Center in Minneapolis, where they will look to continue building momentum towards advancing further in the playoffs.
Injury Updates
- Draymond Green of the Warriors suffered an ankle sprain during Monday’s loss but is expected back soon, with reports indicating he won’t miss a significant amount of games.
- The Los Angeles Lakers announced the signing of veteran guard Dennis Schroder for a reported $5 million per year over multiple seasons.
- The New Orleans Pelicans hired former Memphis Grizzlies assistant coach David Fizdale, replacing recently fired Willie Green.
These developments come amidst ongoing NBA playoffs, where several teams are fighting hard for advancement deeper into the bracket.
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