Basketball

Minnesota Timberwolves Must-Win Keeps Playoff Hopes Alive

Minnesota Timberwolves secured a crucial 105-100 victory over the Dallas Mavericks, keeping their hopes alive for a spot in the NBA Finals. With a 3-0 deficit, the Minnesota Timberwolves knew a loss in Dallas would terminate their season. Anthony Edwards led with 29 points while Karl-Anthony Towns added 25 in the impressive win. “We were determined to grab at least one victory and extend the series,” remarked Edwards. “I’ve never experienced being swept in my career, and I was determined not to let it happen, especially not on their home court, with their fans trash-talking all day.”

Minnesota started strongly, enjoying a 12-point lead in the opening quarter. However, they couldn’t sustain the advantage as the fifth-seeded Mavericks mounted a comeback. After Towns drained a pivotal three-pointer, the Timberwolves took a 92-90 lead and maintained control of the game. Mavericks head coach Jason Kidd credited Minnesota, acknowledging their resilience in extending the series. “Minnesota deserves credit,” Kidd admitted. “They fought hard and found a way to prolong the series, shifting the momentum as we head back to Minnesota.”

The Timberwolves, appearing in their first Conference Finals in two decades, will host Game 5 at 01:30 BST on Friday. The winner of this Western Conference Finals showdown will face the Boston Celtics in the NBA Finals, following the Celtics’ clean sweep against the Indiana Pacers.

Cataleya

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