Overview

• The Timberwolves set a franchise record with a 52-point third quarter, flipping a halftime deficit into a commanding win over the Grizzlies.
• Anthony Edwards scored 44 points, including 18 in the third quarter, showcasing a playoff-ready performance that fueled Minnesota's surge.
• Julius Randle contributed 31 points, 10 rebounds, and key plays during the decisive third-quarter run, solidifying the Timberwolves' momentum.
• The victory ties Minnesota, Memphis, and Golden State at 47-33, intensifying the battle for top-six seeding in the Western Conference with two games remaining.
• Memphis suffered a setback with the absence of rookie Jaylen Wells due to a broken wrist, exposing defensive vulnerabilities against Minnesota's high-powered offense.