Edwards Erupts For 36 Leading Minnesota To Victory

Timberwolves Triumph Over Suns in Game 3

Edwards Erupts for 36, Leading Minnesota to Victory

Game Recap

The Minnesota Timberwolves extended their winning streak to two games on Thursday night, defeating the Phoenix Suns 126-109 in Game 3 of their Western Conference playoff series. Anthony Edwards led the way for Minnesota, scoring a game-high 36 points and grabbing seven rebounds. The Timberwolves now hold a 2-1 lead in the best-of-seven series.

Edwards put on a show from beyond the arc, knocking down eight three-pointers on 11 attempts. He also contributed five assists and two steals, showcasing his all-around impact. Karl-Anthony Towns added 29 points and 10 rebounds for Minnesota, while D'Angelo Russell chipped in with 22 points.

The Suns struggled to keep pace with the Timberwolves' offense, shooting only 42.9% from the field. Devin Booker led Phoenix with 25 points, but he was inefficient, hitting just 9-of-23 from the field. Deandre Ayton also had a solid outing with 20 points and 15 rebounds, but it wasn't enough to overcome the Timberwolves' scoring barrage.

Key Moments

• The Timberwolves jumped out to an early 15-point lead and never looked back.
• Edwards caught fire from three-point range in the second half, making five threes in the third quarter alone.
• The Suns made a late run in the fourth quarter, but it was too little, too late.

Next Up

The Timberwolves will host the Suns in Game 4 of the series on Saturday night. Phoenix will be looking to even the series, while Minnesota will aim to extend its lead and take a commanding 3-1 advantage.

Stay tuned for all the latest updates and highlights from the Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Phoenix Suns playoff series.

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