2025 NBA Playoffs

Timberwolves survive scare to win Game 3 over Warriors

Published

May 11, 2025

May 10, 2025; San Francisco, California, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) dunks over Golden State Warriors forward Trayce Jackson-Davis (32) in the fourth quarter during game three in the second round for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Chase Center. Mandatory Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images

The Minnesota Timberwolves looked to run past the Golden State Warriors since they were still without their superstar, Stephen Curry. When it seemed likely, the Timberwolves took a 10-point lead midway through the second quarter.

However, the Warriors responded with a 13-1 run to finish the first half, taking a 42-40 lead into the break.

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The Warriors kept their lead for most of the second half, but ultimately, Minnesota had too much firepower for a short-handed Golden State squad to handle. The Timberwolves survived the scare to secure a 102-97 victory, led by Anthony Edwards‘ 36 points and Julius Randle’s dominant triple-double (24 points, 10 rebounds, 12 assists).

Jimmy Butler did all he could, finishing with 33 points, seven rebounds, and seven assists. Butler and the Warriors need Curry back, but with Game 4 on Monday, it may be too soon for the greatest shooter to return to the floor.

About the Author Published May 11, 2025

TITAN FREY

Titan Frey is a dedicated father to three wonderful children, whom he takes immense pride in. His passions include reading, writing, basketball, both playing and watching, and playing chess. Titan spent five years working as a journalist for the basketball website fadeawayworld.net, where he served as editor-in-chief for four and a half years. One of his most notable achievements was interviewing Chuck Cooper III, the son of Chuck Cooper, the first African American ever drafted by an NBA team, and writing a biography that has been praised as the most definitive article about Cooper’s legacy. Titan is the author of more than ten novels and the screenwriter of three produced short films. His newest young adult novel, Echoes of the Hardwood: Braxton Foxworthy’s Time‑Travelling Book Report, blends basketball history with heartfelt storytelling and is now available. Order here: https://a.co/d/bo7BYz1