The Golden State Warriors snapped their three-game losing streak with a solid 113-103 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves at Target Center on Saturday night. Leading the charge was superstar Stephen Curry, who put on an electrifying performance, scoring 31 points and dishing out 10 assists.
Curry's ability to dominate was especially apparent in the fourth quarter, where he scored 11 consecutive points, showcasing his signature long-range shooting. He finished the evening hitting seven three-pointers on 16 attempts and demonstrated his playmaking skills, which proved pivotal for the Warriors.
Trayce Jackson-Davis also had a strong game, contributing 15 points on 7-of-8 shooting, including two powerful dunks over Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert. Meanwhile, Brandin Podziemski added another 12 points, providing valuable support amid Curry's heroics.
The game began favorably for the Warriors, who jumped out to a significant early lead. Despite shooting struggles early on, Golden State built up their advantage to 21 points before the Timberwolves began to chip away at it. Minnesota managed to claw back and even took the lead at various points during the game.
After entering the third quarter trailing, the Timberwolves demonstrated resilience, outscoring the Warriors 38-28 and briefly taking control. Anthony Edwards and Donte DiVincenzo led the Timberwolves with 19 points each. Edwards, who has consistently been one of the bright spots for the Timberwolves this season, expressed frustration post-game about the officiation, stating, "F------ terrible," concerning the handling of fouls during the match.
Despite the Timberwolves' efforts, the Warriors regained their composure as the fourth quarter progressed. With the game tied at 92 and just five minutes left to play, Curry took over. His clutch three-pointer after Edwards missed free throws turned the tide. This was followed by two more triples and free throws from Curry, effectively cementing the win as the Warriors surged to 107-96.
Overall, the Warriors demonstrated significant improvement defensively, particularly after their previous match where they allowed the Memphis Grizzlies to set a franchise record for three-pointers made. They held Minnesota to 41.9% shooting for the game, reflecting their renewed focus on defense.
Warriors head coach Steve Kerr emphasized the importance of playing alongside established players like Curry for younger guys like Podziemski, who noted, "I don't really think. I just play," explaining his strategy during the intense moments of the game.
With this victory, the Warriors showcased their resilience and ability to rebound after disappointing defeats. They now prepare for their upcoming matchup against the Indiana Pacers on Monday, hoping to continue their winning momentum. The return of Draymond Green, who missed this game due to ankle soreness, is anticipated as the team aims to solidify their standing going forward.
This performance by Curry and the Warriors is exactly what fans needed to see as they look to regain form and confidence heading toward the Christmas game against the Los Angeles Lakers.
