Key Takeaways:
- Anthony Edwards delivered a spectacular dunk over RJ Barrett and contributed 22 points in Minnesota’s 115-107 victory over Toronto
- The Timberwolves have now recorded five wins in succession and moved one game ahead of Houston for third place in the Western Conference
- RJ Barrett led Toronto with 25 points as the Raptors suffered their fourth loss in five games but remain fifth in the East
Edwards’ Highlight Play Headlines Timberwolves’ Triumph
Anthony Edwards was instrumental in the Minnesota Timberwolves’ 115-107 win against the Toronto Raptors, thrilling the home crowd with an electric two-handed slam over RJ Barrett in the third quarter. After freeing himself in the lane with a crossover, Edwards soared above the rim before slamming the ball home and showing his excitement with a flex and a yell directed at Barrett, who responded with a light bump as both players returned up the court.
FIVE IN A ROWWWWW pic.twitter.com/o7kLnmLRbs
— Minnesota Timberwolves (@Timberwolves) March 6, 2026
Game Analysis and Key Performances
Edwards, coming off a 41-point effort in the previous 117-110 triumph over Memphis, maintained his efficiency on Thursday. He finished with 22 points, connecting on 8 of 12 field goal attempts and converting 5 of 8 shots from beyond the arc.
Minnesota’s dominance was further solidified in the third quarter as an 11-0 scoring run gave them an 86-70 advantage. Rudy Gobert provided robust support with 18 points and 12 rebounds. Julius Randle added 17 points, while Donte DiVincenzo chipped in with 16.
Toronto’s Efforts and Recent Form
For Toronto, RJ Barrett led all scorers with 25 points, supported by Immanuel Quickley who contributed 18. The Raptors’ recent struggles continued, marking four defeats in their last five fixtures, although they preserve their current hold on fifth place in the Eastern Conference.
Despite being listed as questionable due to a sprained left thumb, Brandon Ingram participated and scored 14 points on 5-of-16 shooting.
| Team | Top Scorer | Points | Additional Contributors | Standings Position |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Minnesota Timberwolves | Anthony Edwards | 22 | Gobert (18 pts, 12 reb), Randle (17 pts), DiVincenzo (16 pts) | 3rd in West |
| Toronto Raptors | RJ Barrett | 25 | Quickley (18 pts), Ingram (14 pts) | 5th in East |
Looking Ahead
The Raptors will be back on their home court to host Dallas on Sunday. Minnesota, meanwhile, will seek to extend their winning streak as they welcome Orlando on Saturday.
