Edwards & Gobert Boost Wolves Past Philadelphia
Timberwolves extend Winning Streak, Defeat 76ers
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Anthony Edwards poured in 37 points, and Rudy Gobert grabbed 19 rebounds while adding 23 points as the minnesota timberwolves defeated the Philadelphia 76ers 114-109 on Saturday, extending their winning streak too five games.
Julius Randle contributed 15 points, and Donte DiVincenzo chipped in with 13 for the Timberwolves, who have won six of their last seven contests.
76ers Struggle Despite Grimes’ Performance
Quentin Grimes led Philadelphia with 28 points, connecting on 10 of 18 shots, including six 3-pointers. Guerschon Yabusele scored 19 points, Lonnie walker IV added 18, and Jared butler finished with 16 for the Sixers, who lost their eleventh consecutive game and their tenth in 15 games overall. Philadelphia’s last victory came on March 16 in Dallas.
Edwards Seals the Win
With the score at 111-109 and under 15 seconds remaining, Edwards, facing a double team, launched a contested 3-pointer as the shot clock expired, extending Minnesota’s lead to 114-109.
Yabusele missed a 3-point attempt with five seconds left, and Edwards secured the rebound, sealing the Timberwolves’ victory.
Timberwolves Extend Winning Streak, Defeat 76ers: Your Q&A Guide
What was the final score of the Timberwolves vs. 76ers game?
The Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the Philadelphia 76ers with a final score of 114-109.
How many games did the Timberwolves win in a row after this game?
The timberwolves extended their winning streak to five games.
Who were the top performers for the Minnesota Timberwolves?
Anthony Edwards led the Timberwolves with 37 points, and Rudy Gobert had a strong performance with 23 points and 19 rebounds.
What were Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo’s contributions for the Timberwolves?
Julius Randle contributed 15 points, while Donte DiVincenzo added 13 points for the timberwolves.
What was the 76ers’ record going into this game?
The Philadelphia 76ers had lost their eleventh consecutive game and their tenth in 15 games overall.
Who was the top scorer for the Philadelphia 76ers?
Quentin Grimes led the 76ers with 28 points.
How did anthony Edwards seal the win for the Timberwolves?
With the score at 111-109 and under 15 seconds remaining, Anthony Edwards launched a contested 3-pointer as the shot clock expired, extending Minnesota’s lead to 114-109. He also secured the rebound after a missed 3-point attempt by the 76ers, ensuring the Timberwolves’ victory.
When was the last time the 76ers won a game before this loss?
Philadelphia’s last victory came on March 16 in Dallas.
Key Performance Highlights: Timberwolves vs.76ers
Hear’s a fast look at the key stats from the game:
| Player | Team | Points | Rebounds (Gobert only) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony Edwards | Timberwolves | 37 | n/a |
| Rudy Gobert | Timberwolves | 23 | 19 |
| Quentin Grimes | 76ers | 28 | n/a |
| Julius Randle | Timberwolves | 15 | n/a |
What does this win mean for the Timberwolves’ season?
The win extended their winning streak, indicating a positive trend for the team and their overall performance.
Were there any other notable performances from the 76ers?
Guerschon Yabusele scored 19 points, Lonnie Walker IV added 18, and Jared Butler finished with 16 for the Sixers.