In a thrilling NBA clash on Tuesday night, the Minnesota Timberwolves narrowly defeated the Dallas Mavericks with a score of 105-100, preventing a sweep in the Western Conference finals.
Karl-Anthony Towns was the star of the night, dropping 25 points, with 20 of those coming in the second half to secure the victory. His performance was crucial in keeping the Timberwolves' hopes alive.
Meanwhile, Anthony Edwards nearly achieved a triple-double, contributing 29 points, 10 rebounds, and nine assists. Edwards' all-around play was instrumental in maintaining the Timberwolves' edge throughout the game.
This win marks Minnesota's first trip to the conference finals in two decades and their second in the franchise’s 35-season history, highlighting a significant milestone for the team.
The Timberwolves, now holding the third seed, are set to head home for Game 5 on Thursday night. Fans are eagerly anticipating whether Minnesota can extend the series and make their conference finals journey even more exciting against the fifth-seeded Dallas Mavericks.
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Towns, Edwards lift Wolves over Mavs to avoid sweep in West finals
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