Timberwolves' Towns and Edwards Lead Game 4 Victory
Mavs Duo Cools Off, Game 5 Looms
In a pivotal Game 4 of the NBA Playoffs, Karl-Anthony Towns and Anthony Edwards stepped up for the Minnesota Timberwolves, leading the team to a 116-107 victory over the Dallas Mavericks.
The Timberwolves' star duo combined for 65 points, with Towns scoring 32 and Edwards adding 33. Edwards also hit a crucial three-pointer in the final minutes to seal the win.
The Mavericks' star duo of Luka Dončić and Kyrie Irving were held to a combined 40 points, well below their average production. Dončić finished with 24 points and Irving with 16.
The Timberwolves took advantage of the Mavericks' struggles, shooting 50% from the field and outrebounding the Mavericks 47-34.
With the win, the Timberwolves evened the series at 2-2 and forced a Game 5 in Dallas on Thursday. A Timberwolves win in Game 5 would put the pressure on the Mavericks to win Game 6 in Minneapolis.
5 Takeaways from Minnesota's Strong Finish to Game 4
- Towns and Edwards' dominance: The Timberwolves' star duo was unstoppable in Game 4, combining for 65 points on efficient shooting.
- Mavs' duo cools off: Dončić and Irving were held to a combined 40 points, well below their average production.
- Timberwolves' rebounding dominance: The Timberwolves outrebounded the Mavericks 47-34, giving them a significant advantage in second-chance points.
- Edwards' clutch three-pointer: Edwards hit a crucial three-pointer in the final minutes to seal the win for the Timberwolves.
- Game 5 looms large: With the series tied at 2-2, Game 5 in Dallas on Thursday will be a pivotal matchup in determining the series outcome.
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