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Timberwolves celebrate strong win against Thunder: 143-101 in the conference finals!
The Minnesota Timberwolves win Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals against the Thunder 143:101 and shorten the series.
Timberwolves celebrate strong win against Thunder: 143-101 in the conference finals!
On May 25, 2025, the Minnesota Timberwolves celebrated an impressive comeback in the Western Conference Finals. They won game three 143-101 against the Oklahoma City Thunder, cutting the Thunder's series lead to 2-1. In a significant game that could change the momentum of the series, the Timberwolves had a strong performance.
Anthony Edwards was the standout player of the night, posting 30 points, 9 rebounds and 6 assists in just three quarters. He was supported by Julius Randle, who contributed 24 points, and rookie Terrence Shannon Jr., who scored 15 points in just 13 minutes. The Timberwolves showed a significant improvement compared to their previous two defeats, in which they faced the NBA's best defense.
Poor performance from the Thunder
The Oklahoma City Thunder, on the other hand, had a weak night, with their star Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the regular season MVP, scoring just 14 points. His performance was particularly disappointing as he struggled with 4 of 13 attempts and four turnovers and was substituted in the third quarter when his team trailed by 38 points. Despite these challenges, the crowd turned against him as he was met with catcalls and jeers during the game.
The Thunder struggled with their shooting percentage, hitting just 12 of 40 shots in the first half after hitting 50% in the first two games. The team, led by coach Mark Daigneault, had to acknowledge the Timberwolves' physical and aggressive style of play that challenged their usual strength.
Outlook for the next game
The next game, game four, will be in Minneapolis on Monday. The Timberwolves will look to capitalize on the momentum from their dominant win, while the Thunder will be under pressure to improve their performance to regain their streak. Edwards' improvement in three-point shooting - he hit 5 of 8 attempts after hitting just 1 of 9 in the previous game - could continue to be crucial to the Timberwolves' success.
Given the Thunder's current form and struggles, it remains to be seen how the series will evolve as players from both teams prepare for the challenges ahead.
You can find more information about this game at Laola1, AP News and Yahoo Sports.