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Depth Over Star Power: Timberwolves Surge Late to Silence Pelicans 125-116

In the NBA, the narrative often fixates on the singular superstar—the hero who puts the team on his back and wills them to victory. On Tuesday, Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards was exactly that, exploding for a season-high 44 points.

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'We Can’t Play Down Our Competition' – Did Minnesota Timberwolves’ Naz Reid Take a Cheeky Dig on the New Orleans Pelicans?

The Minnesota Timberwolves secured a 125-116 road win on Thursday night to complete their sweep of their mini-series against the New Orleans Pelicans, but Naz Reid was among those who were not satisfied with the result.

Naz Reid News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 5

Timberwolves’ Naz Reid throws shade at Pelicans despite trying to catch himself

Naz Reid took a shot at the New Orleans Pelicans following the Minnesota Timberwolves’ 125-116 win on Thursday night. Reid is going through the seventh season of his NBA career, all with the Timberwolves.

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Timberwolves 125, Pelicans 116: The Least Fun A Guard Can Have Without Losing the Game

The first thing you notice on the broadcast camera view of this game was not the opposing city edition jerseys. It was not the injury report turned Graecian scroll that prompted the 15th different starting lineup for the New Orleans Pelicans.

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Julius Randle, Wolves complete 2-game mini sweep of Pelicans

Julius Randle scored 28 points as the Minnesota Timberwolves extended their winning streak to four games with a 125-116 victory over the host New Orleans Pelicans on Thursday.

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Who is the best player in the history of every NBA franchise? That’s a tough question. Who is the most iconic player in the history of every NBA franchise?

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Draymond Green makes his feelings clear on what Anthony Edwards is doing for the Minnesota Timberwolves

The Minnesota Timberwolves are starting to build momentum, winning their last three games in a row. Anthony Edwards has been on a tear with his scoring.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Canis Hoopus / December 4

The Impossibility of the Chris Finch Conversation

You see that cover image? The one ever so slightly above that title, made with David Byrnesian inspiration to be as weird as possible with the color scheme of a New Order music video?

NBA News / Field Level Media / December 3

Timberwolves, Pelicans meet again after wild Tuesday OT affair

Anthony Edwards isn't satisfied. The Minnesota Timberwolves superstar tied Kevin Love's franchise record with his sixth straight 30-point game when he poured in a season-best 44 in his side's 149-142 overtime win over the host New Orleans Pelicans on Tuesday.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / NBA Analysis Network / December 3

‘They will burn Minnesota down’… Richard Jefferson shuts down Kendrick Perkins over Anthony Edwards comments

The Minnesota Timberwolves have looked average to begin the season. The Minnesota Timberwolves had high expectations coming in and anything short of another trip to the Western Conference Finals would be a disappointment.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / NBA Analysis Network / December 3

Kendrick Perkins calls out Donte DiVincenzo and says Timberwolves are doing ‘one thing’ they should never do

The Minnesota Timberwolves are coming off back-to-back Western Conference Finals appearances. The expectation coming into this season was for the Minnesota Timberwolves to get over the top and make the NBA Finals.

Anthony Edwards News / Minnesota Timberwolves on SI / December 3

Anthony Edwards just did something the NBA hasn't seen since prime Kobe

Anthony Edwards is in the midst of the most prolific scoring stretch of his NBA career thus far. The Timberwolves' superstar put up a season-high 44 points in an overtime win over the Pelicans on Tuesday night, which marked his sixth straight game with at least 30 points.

NBA News / The Predictors / December 3

Timberwolves survive Pelicans in OT, 149-142

Anthony Edwards exploded for a season-high 44 points, 34 of them in the second half, and forced overtime with a late driving layup before Julius Randle took over in the extra session, lifting the Minnesota Timberwolves to a 149–142 win over the New Orleans Pelicans on Tuesday night.

Anthony Edwards News / Total Apex Sports / December 3

Timberwolves vs. Pelicans: Edwards’ Heroics Seal Overtime Thriller 149-142

Sometimes the stats sheet tells you everything you need to know, and sometimes it barely scratches the surface. On a humid Tuesday night, the Timberwolves took on the Pelicans inside the Smoothie King Center.

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Timberwolves 149, Pelicans 142: Asleep, and then Awake

The Minnesota Timberwolves bounced back during their home back-to-back with wins against the Boston Celtics and San Antonio Spurs. After a gust of wind

Anthony Edwards News / Field Level Media / December 2

Anthony Edwards' 44 points propel Timberwolves past Pelicans in OT

Anthony Edwards scored 44 points as the Minnesota Timberwolves overturned a 13-point first-half deficit to defeat the host New Orleans Pelicans 149-142 in overtime on Tuesday.

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Timberwolves Awaiting Ja Morant Update Amid Julius Randle Rumors

The Minnesota Timberwolves continue to evaluate their backcourt options as the NBA trade deadline draws closer. In the latest development of this ongoing

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Rudy Gobert had a savage message for Jaylen Brown

Rudy Gobert appeared to offer some funny advice to Jaylen Brown following Saturday night’s game between the Boston Celtics and Minnesota Timberwolves. Gobert and Brown had a brief conversation on the court after the Timberwolves beat the Celtics 119-115 at Target Center in Minneapolis, Minn.

Minnesota Timberwolves News / Last Word On Sports / November 29

Timberwolves Open To Trade 3-Time All-Star For Right Price, What Could They Get In Return?

As has been the case under head coach Chris Finch, the Minnesota Timberwolves are off to a strong start. But do the Timberwolves need to make a major move to have a legitimate chance of returning to the Western Conference finals for the third straight season?

Minnesota Timberwolves News / EssentiallySports / November 28