Anthony Edwards has won 20 playoff games in his career, the most by any player in Timberwolves franchise history. On Wednesday night, he added another to his tally, leading Minnesota to a 121-110 victory over the Golden State Warriors in Game 5 of the Western Conference semifinals.
The Timberwolves, now advancing to their second consecutive Western Conference Finals, showcased their depth against a Warriors squad missing Stephen Curry, who was sidelined with a hamstring injury sustained in Game 1. Edwards played a pivotal role, recording 22 points, 12 assists, seven rebounds, three blocks, and five made three-pointers.
While Edwards was the driving force, Julius Randle stepped up with a game-high 29 points on 13-for-18 shooting, providing the offensive firepower Minnesota needed to close out the series. The Timberwolves’ defense also proved formidable, limiting Golden State’s offensive rhythm and capitalizing on their weakened roster.
Golden State, despite strong performances from Brandin Podziemski (28 points) and Jonathan Kuminga (26 points), struggled to keep pace with Minnesota’s relentless attack. The absence of Curry was felt throughout the series, as the Warriors failed to recover from his injury, losing four straight games after their Game 1 victory.
With this win, Minnesota now awaits the winner of the Oklahoma City Thunder vs. Denver Nuggets series, with Game 1 of the Western Conference Finals set for May 20. Edwards and the Timberwolves have proven they belong among the league’s elite, and with their sights set on an NBA Finals appearance, the journey is far from over.
