Timberwolves Rout Kings 144-117 for Fourth Win in Five Games
Anthony Edwards led seven players scoring in double digits with 26 points as the Timberwolves secured a dominant 144-117 victory over the Sacramento Kings in Sacramento, marking their sixth straight win in the California capital.
Game Highlights
- The Wolves (6-4) won convincingly for the second consecutive game, improving their record to four wins in five recent contests.
- They shot an efficient 53.6% from the field, hitting 18 three-pointers out of 46 attempts.
- The team capitalized on 18 Kings turnovers, converting them into 37 points.
- The Wolves trailed only briefly early in the game before pulling ahead decisively.
Player Performances
Anthony Edwards, in his third game back from a hamstring injury that sidelined him for four games, put up 26 points, four rebounds, five assists, and two steals. His shooting splits were 7-for-16 from the field, 5-for-11 from three-point range, and 7-for-8 from the free-throw line.
Edwards has now made 12 of 23 three-pointers across his last two games, including a 37-point performance against the Jazz on Friday.
“Another complete game both ends of the floor,” said Wolves coach Chris Finch. “I thought we were really sharp, which is what we needed to be. Built on the performances of the other day, and it continued into today. Really, really pleased with how we’re starting games defensively.”
Recent Trends
The Timberwolves have found success playing in Sacramento recently, performing considerably better on the road against the Kings than in home matchups.