Key Takeaways:
- Anthony Edwards contributed 34 of his season-high 44 points in the second half on Tuesday night, including a game-tying layup that sent the contest to overtime
- Minnesota Timberwolves secured their third consecutive win with a 149-142 victory over the New Orleans Pelicans in New Orleans
- The struggling Pelicans, who have now dropped 13 of their last 14 games, played without top scorer Zion Williamson due to injury
Match Analysis
Anthony Edwards delivered a dazzling second-half display to inspire the Minnesota Timberwolves to a 149-142 overtime triumph over the New Orleans Pelicans on Tuesday night. The Timberwolves’ guard tallied 34 of his season-best 44 points after half-time, capping his performance with a driving layup past Jose Alvarado to level the match with only 2.3 seconds left in regulation.
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Despite a shaky start from beyond the arc, missing four of his first five three-point attempts, Edwards recovered in the second half to connect on five of eight shots from deep. In the closing moments of the fourth quarter, Minnesota trailed 129-125 after Derik Queen’s dunk put the Pelicans ahead with 1:03 to play, but the home side failed to score again before regulation expired as Edwards forced the extra period.
Player Performances
Julius Randle made a decisive impact in overtime, supplying eight points to help seal the Timberwolves’ third straight victory. Rudy Gobert provided solid contributions throughout, finishing with 26 points – including three crucial dunks in the extra five minutes – and gathering 13 rebounds. Jaden McDaniels and Randle supported the scoring effort with 17 and 16 points, respectively.
For the Pelicans, Trey Murphy III stood out amongst six double-digit scorers, amassing 33 points. Saddiq Bey scored 22 points, while both Derik Queen and fellow rookie Jeremiah Fears added 21. The Pelicans put together a dominant spell late in the second quarter, using a 15-0 surge to transform a 55-53 deficit into a commanding 68-55 lead, largely fueled by Bey’s seven points and five from Murphy during that stretch.
Team Form and Injury Update
The defeat handed New Orleans their 19th loss of the season, maintaining the league’s poorest record at 3-19. The Pelicans have now been beaten in 13 of their last 14 outings. The hosts were again without their leading scorer, Zion Williamson, who missed the fixture with a right adductor strain. Williamson has averaged 22.1 points and 5.6 rebounds across his 10 appearances this season.
Statistical Summary
| Team | Points | Top Scorer | Top Rebounder | Current Streak |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota Timberwolves | 149 (OT) | Anthony Edwards (44) | Rudy Gobert (13) | W3 |
| New Orleans Pelicans | 142 (OT) | Trey Murphy III (33) | Trey Murphy III (15) | L4 |
Looking Ahead
The two sides are scheduled to meet again on Thursday night, with the Pelicans set to host the Timberwolves once more in New Orleans.
