Anthony Edwards powered the Timberwolves back into the series with a commanding late-game performance, scoring 16 of his 36 points in the fourth quarter to help Minnesota even the matchup against the Spurs.
Edwards’ fourth-quarter burst proved to be the difference as the Timberwolves responded with the urgency needed to avoid falling behind in the series. His scoring down the stretch gave Minnesota the offensive lift it needed against a San Antonio team playing without Victor Wembanyama.
Edwards Takes Over Late
With the game tightening in the final period, Edwards emerged as the focal point of Minnesota’s attack. His 36-point outing was highlighted by his closing stretch, when he accounted for nearly half of his total scoring and helped guide the Timberwolves to a crucial result.
The win brings the series back level, resetting the contest between Minnesota and San Antonio after the Spurs were forced to compete without their standout big man. For the Timberwolves, Edwards’ late-game production was the central storyline in a performance that kept them firmly in the matchup.