Timberwolves rout Kings 144-117 for fourth victory in five games

Timberwolves Rout Kings 144-117 for Fourth Victory in Five Games

Anthony Edwards led seven Minnesota players in double figures with 26 points, helping the Timberwolves secure their sixth straight win in Sacramento. The Wolves (6-4) have found recent success playing in California’s capital, outperforming their record against the Kings at home.

Edwards finished with 26 points, four rebounds, five assists, and two steals. Minnesota shot 53.6% from the field, made 18 three-pointers out of 46 attempts, and capitalized on 18 Sacramento turnovers for 37 points. The Wolves trailed only briefly early in the game and won decisively for the second consecutive contest.

Coach’s Perspective

“Another complete game both ends of the floor. I thought we were really sharp, which is what we needed to be. Built on the performances of the other day, and it continued into today. Really, really pleased with how we’re starting games defensively.”

— Wolves coach Chris Finch

Edwards’ Performance

In his third game back from a hamstring injury, Edwards shot 7-for-16 overall, 5-for-11 from three-point range, and 7-for-8 from the free-throw line. He scored 37 points in Friday’s win over Utah and is now 12-for-23 on three-pointers over his last two games.

Team Highlights

Seven Wolves players scored in double figures.
Minnesota won for the fourth time in five games.
The Wolves have won six consecutive games in Sacramento.
They shot 53.6% from the field and made 18 three-pointers.
37 points came off 18 Kings turnovers.

Author’s summary: The Timberwolves delivered a dominant performance, showcasing balanced scoring and defensive intensity to secure their fourth win in five games.

Star Tribune — 2025-11-10