Anthony Edwards of the Minnesota Timberwolves. (Photo by Sean Gardner/Getty Images)
The Minnesota Timberwolves dominated the New Orleans Pelicans on Thursday night behind huge nights from several young Wolves players.
The Minnesota Timberwolves fell behind early but dominated the middle stages of the game. Then, they did something they have rarely done: held onto a lead throughout the fourth quarter.
Remember, this is the team with the league’s worst winning percentage when leading in the final frame. The Wolves also have the league’s worst record, coming into the game with a 7-29 record.
They’re also without their second and third-best players, with Malik Beasley serving the fourth game in his 12-game suspension (but who’s counting?