Minnesota Beats Golden State on the Road to Take a 3-1 Lead 😤

In what was a thrilling postseason showdown, the Minnesota Timberwolves defied the odds on the road, securing a massive 3-1 series lead over the defending champion Golden State Warriors. In a game where the stakes couldn’t have been higher, Minnesota delivered a gritty performance to capture a 110-104 victory, leaving the Warriors with their backs firmly against the wall heading into Game 5.

The Timberwolves’ victory in San Francisco is a statement win. Golden State, led by the iconic duo of Stephen Curry and Klay Thompson, had been favored to win the series after a strong finish to their regular season, coupled with the team’s playoff pedigree. However, Minnesota has shown throughout the series that they are more than capable of hanging with the best—and on Sunday night, they showed why they deserve to be in the conversation as serious contenders.

The game itself was a rollercoaster from start to finish. Minnesota got off to a hot start, taking a double-digit lead early in the first half. The Timberwolves’ defense, anchored by Rudy Gobert’s shot-blocking and the perimeter defense of Jaden Ivey, was suffocating, forcing the Warriors into tough, contested shots. However, Golden State, as always, showed resilience. Curry caught fire midway through the second quarter, hitting a series of deep threes that brought the home crowd to their feet and cut Minnesota’s lead to just a few points.

Despite Golden State’s best efforts to claw back into the game, the Timberwolves remained composed and responded with timely shots of their own. Anthony Edwards was the star of the night for Minnesota, scoring 35 points and adding 7 rebounds, showing once again that he is ready for the big stage. Edwards was particularly clutch in the second half, hitting back-to-back threes during a key stretch in the fourth quarter to keep Golden State at bay. His poise under pressure and ability to deliver in the clutch was a huge factor in the Timberwolves’ ability to pull off this road win.

Karl-Anthony Towns, too, played a pivotal role in the win, contributing 22 points and 10 rebounds. His inside presence kept the Warriors’ defense honest, and his ability to stretch the floor with his shooting gave Minnesota the necessary balance to keep Golden State from stacking the paint against their offense.

Golden State’s usual playoff heroes, including Curry, Thompson, and Draymond Green, put up solid numbers, but the team was ultimately undone by missed opportunities down the stretch. The Warriors had several possessions where they failed to convert on open shots, and Minnesota capitalized on those mistakes, turning defense into offense with fast breaks and quick scoring runs.

Now, with a 3-1 series lead, the Timberwolves are just one win away from securing a historic upset. Game 5 will be a true test of Golden State’s championship mettle. The Warriors have been in this position before—facing elimination with their backs against the wall—and they will certainly come out with a renewed sense of urgency. But Minnesota has shown they are ready to compete at the highest level, and with a chance to close it out at home, they could be on the cusp of pulling off one of the most impressive upsets in recent memory.

For now, the Timberwolves will savor their commanding lead, but they know the job is far from done. One more win, and they’ll be on to the next round, making a statement in what has been a thrilling and unpredictable postseason.

😤 The Timberwolves aren’t backing down, and the Warriors will need all their playoff experience to avoid elimination in Game 5.