Minnesota Timberwolves proved they're a force to be reckoned with by putting on a stunning display of basketball in the fourth quarter of their win over the San Antonio Spurs. The Wolves trailed by four points at the end of three quarters, but then turned it up a notch, showcasing a brand of ball movement and shooting that's reminiscent of the best teams in the league.
The Timberwolves' offense was almost unstoppable, with Anthony Edwards leading the charge. He finished with 32 points, six assists, and four rebounds after shooting an impressive 13 for 18 from the field. However, it wasn't just Edwards who contributed to the team's success. The entire starting lineup played a key role in the Wolves' comeback, with each member scoring at least eight points.
What was particularly impressive about Minnesota's fourth-quarter performance was their defensive intensity. The Timberwolves were relentless in their ball pressure and rotations, limiting the Spurs to just six minutes of offense before calling timeout with the game out of reach. This kind of defensive prowess is a hallmark of top-tier teams, and it was clear that Minnesota's players had caught wind of this approach.
Coach Mitchell Johnson's decision to play center-less for much of the fourth quarter proved beneficial for the Wolves. San Antonio's lack of a big man allowed Minnesota's smaller unit to defend with greater ease, and it seemed to pay dividends as they moved the ball freely around the court.
"We have so many guys who can push the ball, score the ball, and that's the fun part of the game," said guard Mike Conley. "Everybody looks to run, everybody looks to play with pace... That's something we set out to do this year is play faster, throw the ball out, get guys more opportunities." However, Conley also acknowledged that it's a difficult balancing act.
"When you're doing both, to run, to play offense and to guard is really hard to do," he noted. But what Minnesota demonstrated on Sunday night was a willingness to take on this challenge head-on. The team shot 56% from the floor and 46% from deep, with seven players scoring eight or more points.
Sunday's victory marked a turning point in Minnesota's season, as they've now won back-to-back games against teams with winning records. It also showcased the kind of basketball that could define this team's success – a blend of offense, defense, and pace. Whether Minnesota can sustain this standard remains to be seen, but for one night at least, they proved themselves to be among the best in the league.
The Timberwolves' offense was almost unstoppable, with Anthony Edwards leading the charge. He finished with 32 points, six assists, and four rebounds after shooting an impressive 13 for 18 from the field. However, it wasn't just Edwards who contributed to the team's success. The entire starting lineup played a key role in the Wolves' comeback, with each member scoring at least eight points.
What was particularly impressive about Minnesota's fourth-quarter performance was their defensive intensity. The Timberwolves were relentless in their ball pressure and rotations, limiting the Spurs to just six minutes of offense before calling timeout with the game out of reach. This kind of defensive prowess is a hallmark of top-tier teams, and it was clear that Minnesota's players had caught wind of this approach.
Coach Mitchell Johnson's decision to play center-less for much of the fourth quarter proved beneficial for the Wolves. San Antonio's lack of a big man allowed Minnesota's smaller unit to defend with greater ease, and it seemed to pay dividends as they moved the ball freely around the court.
"We have so many guys who can push the ball, score the ball, and that's the fun part of the game," said guard Mike Conley. "Everybody looks to run, everybody looks to play with pace... That's something we set out to do this year is play faster, throw the ball out, get guys more opportunities." However, Conley also acknowledged that it's a difficult balancing act.
"When you're doing both, to run, to play offense and to guard is really hard to do," he noted. But what Minnesota demonstrated on Sunday night was a willingness to take on this challenge head-on. The team shot 56% from the floor and 46% from deep, with seven players scoring eight or more points.
Sunday's victory marked a turning point in Minnesota's season, as they've now won back-to-back games against teams with winning records. It also showcased the kind of basketball that could define this team's success – a blend of offense, defense, and pace. Whether Minnesota can sustain this standard remains to be seen, but for one night at least, they proved themselves to be among the best in the league.
, especially in that 4th quarter when they turned it up to 11 
. Anthony Edwards is a beast 
and his chemistry with the team is undeniable. The way they moved the ball around like it was butter 
was beautiful to watch.
. It allowed them to exploit San Antonio's lack of a big man and get some easy buckets. And Mike Conley is speaking the truth when he says they set out to play faster and throw the ball around more 
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. They're starting to show that they can compete with the best teams in the league, and it's exciting to watch 
. Can they keep up this pace? Only time will tell, but for now, let's just enjoy the ride 
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And Ed Edwards just on fire 
. It's great that the Wolves showed some spark in the 4th quarter, but let's not forget they were down by 4 with 12 minutes left 
. I'm still waiting to see how they perform under pressure when it really matters 
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, but can we rely on that every game? I mean, what about the times when they're up by 5 or more and just want to cruise to the finish line 
? Will they be able to maintain this level of effort?
. Is it really possible for a team to balance offense, defense, and pace in every single game? I think we'll see how long that lasts 
. Minnesota needs to back up this win with more consistent performance over a longer stretch 
! The Wolves are totally on fire 
, but I love how the whole team came together to make it happen 
. Defense is key, and they brought that intensity 
. Coach Mitchell Johnson made some smart moves too 
. And Mike Conley's comments about playing faster and more freely are totally relatable 
32 points six assists four rebounds what a game from him i love how the entire starting lineup chipped in and showed their skills but coach johnson's decision to go small-ball in the 4th qtr was pure genius 
it was all about using their speed advantage against san antonio's slower big men. and conley's comment about balancing offense and defense is so true 
. It's crazy how much of a difference it makes when everyone on the court is clicking. I think the biggest takeaway for me was how coach Mitchell Johnson mixed things up by playing center-less in the fourth quarter - it just paid off in such a big way 
! And what's with Anthony Edwards, man? 32 points, six assists... he's like a one-man show 
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they showed everyone what they're made of with that comeback against the spurs! edwards was on fire 
. I mean, who doesn't love watching a team come from behind and show everyone what they're made of? It's like the '80s NBA all over again, minus the mullets 
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. San Antonio had to work for every basket, and that's what separates the good teams from the great ones. Coach Mitchell Johnson must be doing something right, I mean, who else can pull off a center-less lineup and still get the win? 
. When you're having fun, it shows in your play, and that's exactly what this team is doing. They're not just trying to win games, they're trying to have a good time while doing it 
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. I mean, I get it, he's got skills and all that, but can't he score without relying on his teammates so much? It feels like he's just passing them the ball and letting them do all the work. And don't even get me started on Coach Mitchell Johnson's decision to play center-less in the fourth quarter... I mean, come on, how did that not get called out as a major strategic error 
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i'm so hyped for this team right now! 
what i love about this team is that they're not afraid to take risks and play at a fast pace 
it's infectious, man! even when conley said it was hard to balance running, playing offense, and guarding, he still found ways to make it work