NBA Final Score: Timberwolves 144, Kings 117
Edwards Leads Timberwolves' Dominance
Anthony Edwards started the game missing all five of his shots but then exploded for 26 points, leading the Minnesota Timberwolves to a decisive victory over the Sacramento Kings. The Timberwolves began a quick two-game road trip on Sunday in Sacramento.
Contrast Between Teams After Previous Matchups
Just two days before, Minnesota had crushed the Utah Jazz by 40 points, while Sacramento fell to the Oklahoma City Thunder by 31. The rematch raised questions about whether either team would reset their approach.
Key Performances and Game Moments
The Timberwolves wore their retro black tree jerseys, with Rudy Gobert making a strong impact. Gobert blocked a jumper from Domantas Sabonis, who had returned after missing two games, then completed a coast-to-coast layup. Gobert ended the first period perfect from the floor (4-for-4) and blocked three shots.
Despite Edwards' slow start, early contributions from Donte DiVincenzo and Julius Randle helped Sacramento stay close. The Kings kept it tight with six made three-pointers on 11 attempts, keeping the score 31-25 at the quarter.
"Anthony Edwards, in his first full game wearing the tree jerseys, missed all five of his field goal attempts to open the game."
Sacramento's Playing Style
The Kings continued favoring a style reliant on isolation and one-on-one possessions, which ultimately struggled against Minnesota's defense and team play.
Author's summary: Anthony Edwards overcame a slow start to lead the Timberwolves to a commanding win, while the Kings' isolation strategy fell short against a fiercely defensive Minnesota squad.