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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.

  • 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.
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