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Timberwolves Hand NBA-Leading Thunder Rare Loss as Edwards Hits Late Winner

The result dinged the 25-3 champions on the second night of a back-to-back, bolstering Minnesota’s credibility.

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Dec 17, 2025; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) reacts from the bench to a made shot against the Memphis Grizzlies in the second half at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Jesse Johnson-Imagn Images
OKLAHOMA CITY, OKLAHOMA - NOVEMBER 26: Anthony Edwards #5 of the Minnesota Timberwolves controls the ball around Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of the Oklahoma City Thunder during the third quarter at Paycom Center on November 26, 2025 in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma. 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 William Purnell/Getty Images)
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Overview

  • Anthony Edwards returned from a three-game absence to post 26 points and 12 rebounds, burying a 25-foot step-back 3 with 38.5 seconds left for the go-ahead basket.
  • Minnesota closed on an 8-0 run in the final minute to seal a 112-107 win at Target Center.
  • The Timberwolves controlled the glass with 18 offensive rebounds that produced 29 second-chance points.
  • Head coach Chris Finch was ejected in the first quarter after two technicals, with assistant Micah Nori guiding the team the rest of the way.
  • Shai Gilgeous-Alexander had 35 points in the loss as Oklahoma City dropped to 25-3 on a back-to-back, while Minnesota overcame 14 missed free throws (33 of 47).