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Shorthanded Suns Upset Timberwolves 108-105 in Minneapolis

Phoenix overturned heavy betting expectations despite roster questions, setting up momentum for Wednesday’s NBA Cup quarterfinal in Oklahoma City.

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PHOENIX, ARIZONA - NOVEMBER 21: Anthony Edwards #5 of the Minnesota Timberwolves drives to the basket against Devin Booker #1 of the Phoenix Suns during the second half of a NBA Cup game at Mortgage Matchup Center on November 21, 2025 in Phoenix, Arizona. The Suns defeated the Timberwolves 114-113. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Chris Coduto/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Mark Williams led Phoenix with 22 points and seven rebounds, with Collin Gillespie adding 19 and Dillon Brooks scoring 18 after being listed as questionable.
  • Anthony Edwards scored 40 points after a pregame illness designation, while Julius Randle had 21 as several other Minnesota contributors struggled from the field.
  • Rudy Gobert was ejected for a flagrant foul in the third quarter and finished with 15 points and eight rebounds before his dismissal.
  • The Suns snapped Minnesota’s five-game winning streak, using a 14-3 surge early in the fourth to break an 84-84 tie before surviving a late miss by Jaden McDaniels.
  • DraftKings had the Timberwolves as heavy favorites (-9.5, -455 moneyline) before tipoff, with Phoenix missing Devin Booker (right groin) and now set to visit Oklahoma City for the NBA Cup quarterfinal.