Anthony Edwards scored 42 points, leading the Minnesota Timberwolves to a 127-117 victory over the injury-plagued Golden State Warriors on Friday night. Edwards shot 13 for 22 from the field, made all 12 of his free throws, and added eight rebounds and five assists, according to multiple reports.
Key Takeaways
Anthony Edwards scored 42 points as the Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the injury-plagued Golden State Warriors 127-117 on Friday night. The Wolves snapped a three-game skid with this victory.
- Anthony Edwards led all scorers with 42 points, shooting 13 for 22 and making all 12 free throws
- Rudy Gobert contributed 18 points and nine rebounds for the Timberwolves
- Golden State was missing key players including Stephen Curry, Draymond Green, and Al Horford due to injuries
- The Warriors lost their fourth straight game, dropping to 9-18 without Curry this season
The Timberwolves snapped a three-game skid with this win, which coach Chris Finch considered a must-win game. Rudy Gobert contributed 18 points and nine rebounds. The Wolves had previously lost their last three games by double digits, including a 153-128 defeat to the Clippers on Wednesday, following a five-game winning streak.
The Warriors were missing several key players due to injuries. Draymond Green was scratched less than an hour before tipoff because of a lower back injury. Kristaps Porzingis moved into the starting lineup in his place, marking his first start since being acquired by Golden State at the trade deadline from Atlanta. He finished with 20 points. Stephen Curry missed his 16th straight game and will be out until at least next weekend.
The Warriors lost their fourth straight game and dropped to 9-18 without Curry overall this season. They also lost big man Al Horford in the first quarter due to right calf tightness, and Seth Curry exited in the second half with tightness in his left inner thigh. The Timberwolves will travel to Oklahoma City on Sunday to conclude a four-game road stretch, while the Warriors visit the New York Knicks on Sunday to begin a six-game road trip.
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