Timberwolves Secure Much-Needed Victory Against Nets in New York
NEW YORK – The Minnesota Timberwolves secured a vital 105-90 victory against the Brooklyn Nets on Thursday night, marking their fourth consecutive win. The game saw star player Anthony Edwards bounce back after an injury scare, finishing with a game-high 28 points, while teammate Rudy Gobert contributed 21 points and an impressive 18 rebounds.
Timberwolves coach Chris Finch noted Rudy Gobert’s unchanging approach to each game, saying, ‘It’s a quality not every Wolves player shares, and that has resulted in multiple lost games the team should have won.’ Finch’s assessment reflects the team’s consistency issues in the past.
Despite the potential for a letdown against a Brooklyn team missing key players, the Timberwolves did not falter. Finch emphasized that the win was necessary, especially after a grueling marathon victory against the Denver Nuggets just two days prior. ‘Didn’t feel like we had a ton of gas in the tank,’ Finch said, acknowledging the team’s fatigue after the long trip.
Gobert set the tone early, stating, ‘Trying to set the tone and dominate. I felt like, especially those guys that played two overtimes, I wasn’t sure they were going to have the same type of energy, so I tried to really set the tone.’ His leadership proved essential as he helped maintain the Timberwolves’ dominance throughout the game.
Anthony Edwards, who returned from an injury scare due to a landing mishap in the second quarter, displayed resilience and skill, shooting 5-for-10 from beyond the arc. His ability to overcome injury concerns is a positive sign for the team moving forward. ‘Just another one,’ teammate Naz Reid joked about Edwards’ injury scare, showing familiarity with the guard’s tendency to bounce back quickly.
With this victory, the Timberwolves are well-positioned as they continue their five-game road trip. Finch concluded, ‘We’re gonna need to regroup here and find a second wind, because we still have a lot of basketball that means a lot to play.’ As the season progresses, the Timberwolves will aim to maintain their winning momentum as they seek playoff positioning.
Key Player Performances
- Anthony Edwards: 28 points, showing promise after injury scare.
- Rudy Gobert: 21 points, 18 rebounds, instrumental in team’s defense.
With their upcoming schedule, the Timberwolves will need to harness the momentum gained from this win and apply it in future matchups to solidify their standing in the league.
