NEW YORK (AP) — Anthony Edwards delivered a standout performance, racking up 36 points, a season-best 13 rebounds, and seven assists to propel the minnesota Timberwolves to a decisive 116-99 win over the New York Knicks on Friday night.
Edwards was on fire from beyond the arc, sinking eight three-pointers, while Naz Reid, coming off the bench, was flawless with six accomplished long-range shots. The Timberwolves matched their season record by hitting 22 three-pointers out of 40 attempts, achieving an impressive 55% success rate. Reid contributed 23 points and eight rebounds to the team’s dominant display.
Julius Randle, playing his first game in New York since his october trade to Minnesota alongside Donte DiVincenzo, struggled to find his rhythm, finishing with just eight points. However, he managed to add seven rebounds and six assists.The trade saw Karl-Anthony Towns move to the Knicks, who were without towns for the second consecutive game due to a sprained right thumb. divincenzo also sat out with a sprained left big toe.
Jalen Brunson led the Knicks with 26 points, but it wasn’t enough to prevent their sixth loss in nine games. OG Anunoby and Cam Payne each chipped in 18 points, but the team’s efforts fell short against the Timberwolves’ relentless offense.
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This article was translated from English by an AP editor, utilizing a generative artificial intelligence tool for assistance.
