NBA Final Score - Timberwolves 144, Kings 117: Edwards Sacrifices Sacramento

NBA Final Score: Timberwolves 144, Kings 117

Anthony Edwards overcame a slow start to lead the Minnesota Timberwolves to a dominant win over the Sacramento Kings. After missing his first five shots, Edwards exploded for 26 points, dismantling the Kings’ defense.

Game Overview

The Timberwolves began the first half of their quick road back-to-back Sunday in Sacramento. Coming off contrasting performances 48 hours prior, Minnesota had just beaten the Utah Jazz by 40 points, while Sacramento was defeated by the Oklahoma City Thunder by 31.

Key Moments

Minnesota wore their retro black tree jerseys, with Rudy Gobert showcasing his defensive presence early on.
Gobert blocked a Domantas Sabonis jumper, secured the rebound, and completed a coast-to-coast layup, finishing a perfect 4-for-4 shooting with three blocks in the first quarter.
Donte DiVincenzo and Julius Randle helped keep Sacramento competitive despite Edwards' initial shooting struggles.
The Kings shot an efficient 6-for-11 from three to stay close early, trailing only 31-25 at the quarter’s end.
Sacramento continued to rely heavily on isolation plays, which eventually failed to stem Minnesota’s momentum.

"Anthony Edwards, in his first full game wearing the tree jerseys, missed all five of his field goal attempts to open the game."

Despite the early setback, Edwards’ scoring surge in the remainder of the game crushed any hope for a Kings comeback.

Summary: Edwards’ turnaround and Gobert’s defensive dominance fueled a commanding Timberwolves victory, showcasing Minnesota's depth and adaptability on the road.

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Canis Hoopus — 2025-11-10