Key Takeaways:
- Mark Williams scored 22 points and secured seven rebounds as Phoenix claimed a 108-105 victory over Minnesota
- Anthony Edwards scored 40 points for the Timberwolves, but his effort was not enough to extend Minnesota’s five-game win streak
- The Suns will travel to Oklahoma City for an NBA Cup quarter-final against the Thunder on Wednesday
Match Overview
The Phoenix Suns halted the Minnesota Timberwolves’ momentum on Monday night in Minneapolis, emerging with a 108-105 win and snapping Minnesota’s five-game winning streak. Mark Williams led the way for Phoenix, posting 22 points alongside seven rebounds. Collin Gillespie contributed 19 points while Dillon Brooks added 18, helping the Suns keep their advantage throughout the contest.
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— Phoenix Suns (@Suns) December 9, 2025
Key Performances
Anthony Edwards delivered an outstanding individual performance, finishing with 40 points on 15-of-21 shooting. Julius Randle also supported Minnesota with 21 points. However, the remainder of the Timberwolves side faced offensive difficulties: Naz Reid made just 2 of 12 attempts from the bench, and both Jaden McDaniels and Donte DiVincenzo managed 1 of 7 apiece.
Rudy Gobert was productive for the Timberwolves before his evening ended prematurely; he was ejected in the third quarter after a flagrant foul, closing his night on 15 points and eight rebounds.
| Player | Team | Points | Rebounds |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mark Williams | Suns | 22 | 7 |
| Collin Gillespie | Suns | 19 | 6 |
| Dillon Brooks | Suns | 18 | 2 |
| Anthony Edwards | Timberwolves | 40 | 9 |
| Julius Randle | Timberwolves | 21 | 3 |
| Rudy Gobert | Timberwolves | 15 | 8 |
Turning Points and Game Dynamics
Phoenix entered this matchup fresh from a dramatic 114-113 home win over Minnesota on 21 November, a game in which they overcame an eight-point deficit in the final minute – an NBA first since January 2022. This time, the Suns opened the fourth quarter with a decisive 14-3 run, transforming an 84-84 deadlock into a commanding 98-87 lead.
The Timberwolves managed to rally, narrowing the gap and creating a late opportunity to force overtime, but Jaden McDaniels missed a three-point attempt with 3.7 seconds remaining, sealing the Suns’ victory.
What’s Next
The Suns will next face the Oklahoma City Thunder on Wednesday in the NBA Cup quarter-finals. Meanwhile, the Timberwolves will travel to meet the Golden State Warriors on Friday.
