Timberwolves
Tempers flared, and the Timberwolves channeled that fiery energy to power past the Suns 121-113, extending their win streak to three games.
The catalyst? Head coach Chris Finch’s ejection in the third quarter, which seemed to ignite the Wolves. With Finch out, interim coach Micah Nori steered the ship, and Minnesota surged in the final frame, thanks in large part to Nickeil Alexander-Walker.
After a scary injury scare in the previous game, Alexander-Walker was lights out, hitting three 3-pointers in the fourth quarter and finishing with 23 points.
Anthony Edwards added 33 points, seven rebounds, and four blocks in a strong all-around performance, though he struggled with turnovers.
The Timberwolves were also without Naz Reid (illness) and Donte DiVincenzo (toe), but the depth stepped up — Jaylen Clark made an impact defensively, and Luka Garza contributed early.
Despite a strong showing from Kevin Durant (33 points) and Devin Booker (28 points, 9 turnovers), the Suns couldn’t recover from Minnesota’s late run. The Timberwolves showed grit on a back-to-back, securing a key win before heading to Salt Lake City to face the Utah Jazz.
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