Anthony Edwards scored 34 points, including five 3-pointers, to lead the Minnesota Timberwolves to a 124-121 victory over the Portland Trail Blazers on Tuesday night, marking Minnesota’s fourth win in five games.
Jaden McDaniels added 27 points, six rebounds, three assists, two steals, and five blocks. Donte DiVincenzo contributed 19 points with five 3-pointers, and Julius Randle added 13 points, seven rebounds, and six assists. Rudy Gobert finished with 10 points, 19 rebounds, and a strong defensive presence that shifted the game.
For Portland, Jrue Holiday led with 22 points, Jerami Grant scored 18, and Donovan Clingan had 11 points and 15 rebounds. Scoot Henderson added 19 points, six rebounds, and five assists off the bench.
The game featured 15 lead changes in a tight, physical contest, but Minnesota’s 3-point shooting (17 of 35) proved the difference against Portland, which made 14 of 35 from deep.
Up next: The Trail Blazers face the Chicago Bulls on Thursday, while the Timberwolves visit the Los Angeles Clippers on Thursday.
