Timberwolves Again Show Their Resiliency As Julius Randle Sets Suns At Buzzer

The Timberwolves’ matchup against the Suns on Sunday turned into an instant classic, capped by Julius Randle’s ice-cold dagger at the buzzer.

In a game where Minnesota led for less than 15 seconds, Randle’s heroics ensured they left Target Center with a 120-117 victory that sent fans into a frenzy.

Randle’s final three-pointer was more than a clutch shot—it was a moment soaked in drama, with 0.4 seconds left and former Wolves forward Josh Okogie desperately seeking a whistle after making contact with Randle. No call came, and Randle’s calm execution spoke volumes.

“I’ve taken that shot a thousand times,” he said postgame.

The former Knicks forward, acquired in a blockbuster deal involving Karl-Anthony Towns, poured in 35 points and hit five triples, but it was his buzzer-beater that sealed the game.

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The Suns, even without Kevin Durant and Bradley Beal, put up a fierce fight led by Devin Booker’s 44-point eruption. Booker, relentless as ever, nailed six from beyond the arc and nearly willed Phoenix to victory on his own. Minnesota’s Anthony Edwards, who shared Olympic memories with Booker, acknowledged the challenge. “Book’s been doing that his whole career,” Edwards said.

It wasn’t just Randle’s heroics—the Wolves’ late-game defense and Jaden McDaniels’ emphatic dunk were pivotal in their comeback. “We just found a way,” coach Chris Finch noted. “A microcosm of our season.”

After two taxing games in 48 hours, including an overtime win against Sacramento, Minnesota dug deep, and Randle’s brilliance ensured they celebrated as a connected unit.

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