LOS ANGELES — Anthony Edwards scored 31 points and hit a late three-pointer to lead Minnesota past the Clippers 94-88 on Thursday night, extending the Timberwolves’ hot streak and deepening Los Angeles’ struggles .
Edwards Delivers in Clutch
Edwards, returning to the site of the All-Star Game where he was named MVP, was 12 for 24 from the floor and sealed the victory with a step-back three-pointer over two defenders for a 92-88 lead with 42.9 seconds left .
Donte DiVincenzo added 18 points, while Jaden McDaniels and Ayo Dosunmu each scored 12. Rudy Gobert pulled down 13 rebounds to help anchor the defensive effort .
Timberwolves Rolling
The Timberwolves continue their surge, improving to 5-1 since Feb. 9 and 3-1 since the All-Star break . Minnesota’s balanced attack and defensive intensity have fueled the hot streak as they push for playoff positioning in the competitive Western Conference .
Clippers Struggle Without Leonard
Los Angeles struggled without injured star Kawhi Leonard, shooting a season-low 40.5% from the floor and managing just 38 first-half points . The loss marks the Clippers’ third consecutive defeat , highlighting the team’s dependence on their two-way superstar .
What’s Next
The Timberwolves look to extend their hot streak as they continue their playoff push, while the Clippers hope for Leonard’s swift return to halt their slide and regain momentum in the Western Conference standings .
