In a dazzling display of sharpshooting, Anthony Edwards rewrote the Minnesota Timberwolves’ history books during a dominant 133-104 victory over the Denver Nuggets on Saturday night. The 23-year-old phenom poured in 34 points and drilled his 976th career 3-pointer, surpassing Karl-Anthony Towns for the most in franchise history.
Edwards was simply unstoppable, connecting on 14 of his 23 field goal attempts and scoring 23 of his points in a decisive second half. The electric guard put on a shooting clinic, knocking down 9 of 10 uncontested shots and attacking the paint relentlessly, where he shot a scorching 10 of 13.
A Record-Breaking Night
With his third triple of the game, Edwards etched his name into the Timberwolves’ record books, cementing his status as one of the most prolific long-range snipers in team history. It was a fitting milestone for the former No. 1 overall pick, who has quickly blossomed into a superstar and the face of the franchise.
Every time I step on the court, I’m trying to be great. To be able to say I’m the Timberwolves’ all-time leader in threes, it means a lot. I’ve put in a ton of work and it’s paying off.
– Anthony Edwards
A Complete Performance
Edwards’ impact went far beyond his scoring outburst. The dynamic guard showcased his playmaking skills, assisting on nine Timberwolves baskets that led to 21 points. He was also a menace on the defensive end, holding the Nuggets to just 5-of-12 shooting when he was the primary defender.
The Timberwolves, who led wire-to-wire, scorched the nets in the first quarter, pouring in a season-high 40 points on a blistering 69.2% shooting. Rudy Gobert was a force in the paint, posting a double-double with 14 points and 14 rebounds, while Julius Randle chipped in 21 points in the victory.
Nuggets’ Streak Snapped
The loss was a rare setback for the Nuggets, who had won four straight and eight of their last nine games. Jamal Murray led Denver with 25 points, while MVP candidate Nikola Jokic added 20 points and 11 assists but was held to just three rebounds, ending his streak of five consecutive triple-doubles.
The defeat also snapped the Nuggets’ six-game road winning streak and dropped their away record to 14-9, still good for third-best in the Western Conference. Denver will look to bounce back as they continue their five-game road trip against the Chicago Bulls on Monday.
Looking Ahead
For the Timberwolves, the resounding win was a statement against one of the West’s elite teams and a sign of their potential when firing on all cylinders. With Edwards leading the charge and a talented supporting cast, Minnesota will aim to build on this momentum as they host the Atlanta Hawks in their next contest.
As the season marches on, all eyes will be on Anthony Edwards as he continues his ascent to superstardom and cements his place among the Timberwolves’ all-time greats. With performances like Saturday night’s becoming the norm, the sky’s the limit for this electrifying young talent.
