Stephen Curry’s 31 Points Propel Warriors Past Timberwolves 116-115/ Newslooks/ WASHINGTON/ J. Mansour/ Morning Edition/ Stephen Curry delivered a stellar 31-point performance, including seven 3-pointers, as the Golden State Warriors edged the Minnesota Timberwolves 116-115. Despite a furious Timberwolves comeback, the Warriors held on, with Andrew Wiggins contributing 24 points. Donte DiVincenzo and Anthony Edwards led Minnesota’s fight, but Golden State’s clutch play sealed the win.
Warriors Edge Timberwolves: Quick Looks
- Stephen Curry scored 31 points with seven 3-pointers, leading the Warriors.
- The Warriors built an early 24-point lead but faced a late Timberwolves rally.
- Andrew Wiggins added 24 points against his former team.
- Donte DiVincenzo and Anthony Edwards each scored 28 for Minnesota.
- Warriors survived the Timberwolves’ season-low 12-point first quarter.
- Clutch free throws by Curry secured the win in the final seconds.
Stephen Curry’s 31 Points Propel Warriors Past Timberwolves 116-115
Deep Look
Stephen Curry led the Golden State Warriors to a thrilling 116-115 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Wednesday night, capping a dramatic contest with his signature clutch play. Curry scored 31 points, drilling seven 3-pointers, to help the Warriors fend off a determined Timberwolves comeback and return to a .500 record.
The Warriors raced to a dominant 26-5 lead in the first quarter, hitting 8 of 12 shots from beyond the arc, despite being shorthanded. Draymond Green (illness), Jonathan Kuminga (ankle), and Kyle Anderson (hamstring) were sidelined, forcing Golden State to rely on Curry and Andrew Wiggins, who contributed 24 points against his former team.
The Timberwolves endured a slow start, missing their first eight shots and managing only 12 points in the opening quarter—a season-low for the team and the fewest allowed by the Warriors this season. However, Minnesota found their rhythm, with Anthony Edwards and Donte DiVincenzo each scoring 28 points. DiVincenzo added nine assists and six 3-pointers, keeping the Timberwolves competitive until the final seconds.
Minnesota tied the game at 108 with just over a minute remaining after DiVincenzo converted an easy layup off a defensive miscue by Gary Payton II. Curry responded with a critical corner 3-pointer to give the Warriors a 111-108 lead, and his two clutch free throws in the final seconds sealed the victory.
The Timberwolves’ late-game surge, driven by DiVincenzo’s scoring and Edwards’ relentless play, fell just short. Despite their improved second-half performance, Minnesota couldn’t fully recover from their sluggish start.
The win was crucial for a Warriors team that had dipped below .500 after a loss to the Toronto Raptors earlier in the week. With Curry continuing to lead the charge and contributions from key players like Wiggins, Golden State aims to regain their momentum heading into a home game against the Washington Wizards on Saturday. The Timberwolves, meanwhile, will seek redemption on Friday against the New York Knicks.
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