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Anthony Edwards Leads Timberwolves to Third Consecutive Victory in Utah with 35-Point Display

Lauri Markkanen attacking Minnesota's basket

Key Takeaways:

  • Anthony Edwards scored 35 points and recorded six assists as Minnesota defeated Utah 120-113
  • Minnesota registered a third consecutive win and has now triumphed in five of its last six outings
  • Julius Randle contributed 27 points, eight rebounds, and seven assists for Minnesota

Match Analysis

Anthony Edwards delivered a stellar performance with 35 points and six assists, leading the Minnesota Timberwolves to a 120-113 victory over the Utah Jazz in Salt Lake City on Monday night. The outcome marks Minnesota’s second win over Utah within four days and extends their current winning run to three games. The Timberwolves had previously handed Utah a 137-97 defeat on Friday before overpowering Sacramento 144-117 on Sunday, underscoring their commanding form with five victories in their last six matches.

Player Performances and Key Runs

Edwards achieved his ninth consecutive game with at least 30 points, setting the NBA’s longest sequence of such performances against the Jazz by any player. Julius Randle was an influential force for Minnesota, amassing 27 points, eight rebounds, and seven assists. Rudy Gobert added 14 points and secured 12 rebounds for the Timberwolves.

For Utah, Keyonte George led the way with 27 points, with Lauri Markkanen contributing 23. George ignited a 10-0 run at the end of the first quarter, capped by back-to-back baskets, to establish a 30-26 lead for the Jazz. George finished the opening quarter with 12 points while shooting 5-of-6 from the field.

Minnesota responded with a 10-0 surge of their own late in the second quarter, highlighted by Randle, who scored twice and assisted another basket. That rally pushed the Timberwolves ahead 47-46. Building on the momentum, Minnesota opened up a 66-55 advantage early in the third quarter, courtesy of a 15-0 run that began with Randle’s reverse layup just before halftime. Edwards played a pivotal role during this stretch, notching three field goals and assisting Randle twice.

Momentum Shift and Final Quarter

The Timberwolves dominated the early stages of the third quarter, outscoring the Jazz 33-9 in the first 8½ minutes and establishing an 86-64 lead. Although Utah trimmed the deficit to single digits on several occasions in the fourth quarter, the Jazz were unable to get closer than seven points, as Minnesota secured their latest triumph.

TeamTop ScorerPointsReboundsAssists
Minnesota TimberwolvesAnthony Edwards3566
Minnesota TimberwolvesJulius Randle2787
Minnesota TimberwolvesRudy Gobert14121
Utah JazzKeyonte George2766
Utah JazzLauri Markkanen2383

Next Fixtures

  • Minnesota Timberwolves will host Sacramento on Friday
  • Utah Jazz will host Indiana on Tuesday

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