Anthony Edwards Powers Timberwolves Past Bucks in Narrow 103-100 Triumph

Key Takeaways:

• Anthony Edwards contributed 24 points for Minnesota despite an inefficient 7-for-24 shooting
• Rudy Gobert secured his 10,000th career rebound and finished with 11 points and 18 boards in the Wolves’ 103-100 win over Milwaukee
• Kevin Porter Jr. recorded 24 points, 10 rebounds, and four steals for the Bucks, who have now dropped three consecutive games

Match Analysis

Anthony Edwards put up 24 points, overcoming a challenging shooting display as the Minnesota Timberwolves clinched a 103-100 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks. Key long-range shots from Donte DiVincenzo and Terrence Shannon Jr. played a vital role in Minnesota earning their ninth win in the last eleven outings.

After closing out a win over reigning champions Oklahoma City two days prior, Edwards struggled from the floor, going 7-for-24 overall and only converting 2-of-11 from beyond the arc. Despite this, he led a group of six Timberwolves who reached double figures in scoring. Donte DiVincenzo showcased his touch from outside, making 4-of-8 from three-point range for a total of 18 points. Rudy Gobert recorded a double-double, pulling down 18 rebounds – a milestone that made him just the 45th player in NBA history to reach 10,000 career boards – and added 11 points.

BACK-TO-BACK DUBS. pic.twitter.com/JLwSYjZ5iI

— Minnesota Timberwolves (@Timberwolves) December 22, 2025

Key Moments

Edwards made a crucial driving layup with 21 seconds left on the clock to stretch Minnesota’s lead to 103-97, effectively sealing the contest. On the other side, Kevin Porter Jr. narrowly missed a triple-double, finishing with 24 points, 10 rebounds, and four steals, while Bobby Portis and Ryan Rollins both chipped in with 16 points apiece for Milwaukee. The Bucks are now on a three-game losing streak.

Terrence Shannon Jr. shifted momentum in the final period, knocking down three consecutive three-pointers within two and a half minutes, propelling Minnesota to an 89-85 advantage with 7:55 remaining. Earlier, Milwaukee had built a 16-point lead, but the Timberwolves rallied with a 25-8 run in the third quarter. Naz Reid contributed with a put-back dunk after missing a three-pointer, trimming the deficit to 68-65 with 5:47 to play in the period. DiVincenzo hit back-to-back threes, and Gobert followed up with a dunk as the Wolves took control.

First Half Struggles and Injury Updates

Edwards’ back-to-back missed free throws underscored a difficult first half offensively for Minnesota, who ended the opening two quarters down 60-48, having missed all 13 of their initial three-point shots and converting just 15-of-43 field goal attempts. The Timberwolves started the game at full strength, with Mike Conley returning after a four-game absence due to Achilles tendinopathy. However, Jaden McDaniels exited during the first half with left hip pain and did not return.

For the Bucks, Porter led the way early with 13 points in the first half while shooting 4-of-7 from the field.

Fixtures Ahead

• Milwaukee Bucks travel to face Indiana on Tuesday
• Minnesota Timberwolves will host the New York Knicks on Tuesday