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Timberwolves Overcome 25-Point Deficit to Defeat Thunder in Overtime

Minnesota stuns Western Conference leaders Oklahoma City with a historic fourth-quarter rally and Anthony Edwards' game-saving block.

February 16, 2025; San Francisco, CA, USA; Kenny’s Young Stars guard Cade Cunningham (2, left) of the Detroit Pistons dunks against Chuck’s Global Stars forward Victor Wembanyama (1, right) of the San Antonio Spurs during the 2025 NBA All Star Game at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: Kyle Terada-Imagn Images
Naz Reid #11 of the Minnesota Timberwolves blocks a shot by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander #2 of the Oklahoma City Thunder in the fourth quarter at Target Center on February 23, 2025 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Thunder defeated the Timberwolves 130-123.
Feb 24, 2025; Indianapolis, Indiana, USA; Denver Nuggets forward Aaron Gordon (32) shoots the ball while Indiana Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton (0) and forward Aaron Nesmith (23) defend in the second half at Gainbridge Fieldhouse. Mandatory Credit: Trevor Ruszkowski-Imagn Images

Overview

  • The Minnesota Timberwolves erased a 25-point second-half deficit to defeat the Oklahoma City Thunder 131-128 in overtime on Monday night.
  • Anthony Edwards delivered a critical block on Shai Gilgeous-Alexander's go-ahead shot attempt in overtime, securing the victory for Minnesota.
  • Jaden McDaniels led the Timberwolves with 27 points and 10 rebounds, while Naz Reid contributed 22 points and 11 rebounds off the bench.
  • The Timberwolves outscored the Thunder 41-19 in the fourth quarter, becoming the first team in NBA history to win a road game after trailing by at least 20 entering the final period against a team with an .800 or better record.
  • Despite the loss, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led Oklahoma City with 39 points, 10 rebounds, and 8 assists, but missed a potential game-tying 3-pointer in the final seconds of overtime.