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Yaxel Lendeborg makes his feelings known on his upcoming matchup with Luka Doncic and reflects on his own 'soft' performance in tonight's win over the Timberwolves.
The Minnesota Timberwolves say superstar guard Anthony Edwards will fully recover after his upcoming right‑knee arthroscopic surgery, though a return date remains unclear. Edwards, who’s been averaging a league‑leading 33.3 points in the first four games—including a 47‑point explosion against Cleveland—underwent an MRI that uncovered new damage. Tim Connelly calls him “good as new” post‑procedure, while coach Chris Finch expects the team to fill the scoring void with LaMelo Ball, Ayo Dosunmu, Terrence Shannon Jr., and Bones Hyland. The franchise is prioritizing Edwards’ long‑term health over rushing him back.
The San Antonio Spurs edged the Utah Jazz 117-111 in overtime on Oct. 28, extending their win streak to three. Victor Wembanyama led the way with a dominant 36 points, 14 rebounds and 5 assists, fueling fast‑break dunks and pick‑and‑rolls that proved decisive. Utah, shorthanded by the injuries to Lauri Markkanen and Jaren Jackson Jr., leaned on Keaton George’s 10 early points but couldn’t contain Wembanyama’s impact. Guard Harper struggled, shooting 4‑for‑17 for 13 points, while the Spurs’ defense showed lapses throughout the game. Despite a chaotic finish and a brief lead in OT, San Antonio pulled ahead and will aim for a fourth straight win against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Saturday.
The Warriors beat the Timberwolves 119-114 as Stephen Curry erupts for his season‑opening 44‑point night, adding eight rebounds and six assists. Rookie Yaxel Lendeborg impressed with 26 points and eight boards but lamented seven turnovers, saying he played “soft” under pressure. Lendeborg praised Curry’s shooting and said the veteran’s dominance gave him a chance to step up. The performance fuels speculation about Lendeborg’s potential as a future offensive complement to Curry in Golden State’s lineup.
The Warriors snapped their 0‑3 start with a 119‑114 road win over the Minnesota Timberwolves, putting them within striking distance of a .500 record. Stephen Curry sparked the comeback, but the piece grades each contributor: rookie Yaxel Lendeborg earns a B‑ after a 26‑point, 9‑rebound effort marred by seven turnovers; veteran Georges Niang, starting his rare 33rd start, gets a B+ for solid defense and timely scoring; and Draymond Green posts a defensive masterclass against Rudy Gobert, securing a B with nine rebounds and six assists. The analysis highlights key stats, true‑shooting percentages, and the shifting expectations for the young Warriors squad.
The Timberwolves lose 119-114 to the Warriors at the Target Center, dropping to 3-2 while Golden State moves to 2-3. Stephen Curry leads the Warriors with 44 points, while Anthony Edwards sits out with a knee injury. In a heated moment, LaMelo Ball (8 points, 8 assists) and Jonathan Kuminga (20 points) confront bench‑player Rudy Gobert, who finishes with just one point as the Warriors’ small‑ball line‑up neutralizes him. Minnesota rallies from a 24‑point deficit but commits 22 turnovers. Jaden McDaniels and Terrence Shannon Jr. each add 19 points as the Wolves struggle without Edwards.
Stephen Curry ignites the Warriors in a 119-114 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Oct. 28, 2026, scoring a career‑highlight 44 points and a perfect 16‑for‑16 from the line. With Anthony Edwards out, the Wolves stumble early, trailing 64-48 at halftime and never fully recover despite a third‑quarter surge by bench players Joan Beringer, TJ Shannon, Jaylen Clark, Bones Hyland and Trey Lyles that trims the deficit to 12. Minnesota rallies late, cutting the lead to four, but missed three‑point attempts by Jaden McDaniels seal the loss, leaving the Wolves at 3-2. The game features 29 Timberwolf fouls (37 free throws for Golden State) and highlights Beringer and Clark earning "Big Ticket" honors, while LaMelo Ball struggles with zero of five from deep.
Rookie Yaxel Lendeborg leads the Golden State Warriors to a 119-114 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves, tallying 26 points, eight rebounds and a historic stat line. In just five games, he becomes the fastest player since 1960 to post 100+ points, 45+ rebounds and 20+ assists, a milestone even Stephen Curry hasn’t reached at this pace. With Anthony Edwards out, Lendeborg says his goal is to amplify Curry’s greatness. The Warriors improve to 2-3, while the Timberwolves drop to 3-2 after a second straight loss.
After the Warriors edged the Timberwolves 119-114, rookie guard Brandin Podziemski revealed he’s been studying Knicks star Jalen Brunson’s film to boost his shooting and free‑throw game. Podziemski, returning from a back injury, posted eight points, six assists and five rebounds, going 4‑for‑7 from the line. Stephen Curry led with 44 points and a perfect 16‑for‑16 at the stripe. Podziemski says the Brunson lessons help him reset possessions and slow the pace, a focus as Golden State heads into a showdown with the Lakers.
The Warriors refused to let their win slip away against the Timberwolves as Stephen Curry and Yaxel Lendeborg led the team to an impressive 119-114 victory.
Stephen Curry drops 44 points to lead the Golden State Warriors past the Minnesota Timberwolves in an exciting 119-114 finish.
Stephen Curry erupts for 44 points, including a perfect 16‑for‑6 from the line, as the Golden State Warriors edge the Minnesota Timberwolves 119‑114 in Minneapolis on Oct. 28, 2026. Curry’s late free throws seal the win after a dominant stretch in the second quarter where he hit five triples in 184 seconds, turning a one‑point edge into a 13‑point lead. Yaxel Lendeborg adds 26 and eight rebounds, while Jonathan Kuminga leads Minnesota with 20 points. The Timberwolves miss star Anthony Edwards (knee surgery) and struggle with LaMelo Ball’s 3‑for‑11 shooting, contributing to the loss.
Stephen Curry erupts for 44 points as the Golden State Warriors edge the Minnesota Timberwolves 119‑114, while rookie Yaxel Lendeborg sparks Rookie‑of‑the‑Year buzz with a 26‑point, 8‑rebound performance. Despite entering the game dealing with left‑foot inflammation, Lendeborg shows poise, facilitating offense and proving a viable secondary scorer alongside Curry. The 24‑year‑old’s recent 31‑point, 12‑rebound double‑double against Denver and praise from NBC analysts Vince Carter, Tracy McGrady and Carmelo Anthony underscore his rapid rise, hinting at a new dynamic duo for the Warriors.
After a Los Angeles Lakers‑Portland Trail Blazers game that featured three flopping technicals in just 90 seconds, Timberwolves coach Chris Finch and Warriors coach Steve Kerr slam the NBA’s new anti‑flopping enforcement. Finch argues the league is penalizing defensive dives while ignoring offensive baiting, and Kerr adds that officials should stop “buying into” any theatrics, calling for a “No Bullsh*t Association.” Both coaches highlight inconsistent calls – from defensive flops on Ja Morant, Toumani Camara and Ziaire Williams to illegal screens on the Warriors – and warn the crackdown could disrupt play unless offensive flopping is addressed. The debate intensifies as fines and appeals loom.
Stephen Curry powers the Golden State Warriors to a 119-114 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves, dropping a season‑high 44 points on 11-of-27 shooting and a flawless 16‑of‑16 from the line. The performance ties LeBron James for the most 40‑point games by a player age 35 or older, giving Curry his 15th such outing and placing him behind Michael Jordan, Kevin Durant, James Harden and Kareem Abdul‑Jabbar. At 38, Curry’s health remains a concern, but when on the court he continues to spark hopes of a Warriors resurgence.
Anthony Edwards faces at least two months out after a “cleanup” knee surgery, confirmed by Timberwolves president Tim Connelly, ending a hot LaMelo Ball/Edwards start; Edwards had 45 points in the season opener despite lingering pain. Meanwhile, veteran Jrue Holiday embraces a bench role with the Trail Blazers, praising clear coaching expectations as Portland’s depth fuels its early success. Former Chicago star DeMar DeRozan, now a reserve for the Nuggets, posted 21 points in his first bench outing and is adapting to the new role. Rookie forward Trevon Brazile is emerging as a versatile Nuggets reserve, even starting at small forward amid Cameron Johnson’s absence.
After a scoreless night against Minnesota, Scottie Barnes electrifies the Raptors’ home crowd with a 360 dunk on a fast‑break third‑quarter play versus the Orlando Magic on Oct. 29, 2026. The 25‑year‑old now leads Toronto with 26 points, six rebounds, four assists and three steals as they build a fourth‑quarter lead. With Kawhi Leonard out indefinitely, Barnes, averaging 17.0 points, 7.7 rebounds and 4.3 assists this season, vows to dominate defensively and chase his first All‑Defensive Team nod.
Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert responded to a fan that called out his three-point shooting following the team's 127-125 loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers on Monday.
Warriors rookie forward Yaxel Lendeborg, who has dazzled with 31 points against Denver and averages 21.8 points, 9.3 rebounds and 4.8 assists in his first four games, will suit up despite left‑foot inflammation for Wednesday’s matchup with the Minnesota Timberwolves. The team announced his availability an hour before tip‑off, hoping his hot start helps Golden State secure a second win of the season.
The Golden State Warriors (1-3) host the Minnesota Timberwolves (3-1) on Wednesday, Oct. 28, at 8:00 PM ET at the Target Center. Tune in on NBC or NBC Sports Bay Area, or stream the game live on Fubo (free trial available). The Warriors earned their first win last Monday, beating Denver 134‑114 with rookie Yaxel Lendeborg’s 31 points and Stephen Curry’s perfect 8‑for‑8 shooting. The Timberwolves fell 127‑125 in OT to Cleveland despite Anthony Edwards’ 47‑point effort. Catch this early‑season showdown before the teams split the season series.
With Anthony Edwards sidelined for two months, ESPN analyst Iman Shumpert says the Minnesota Timberwolves can stay competitive by leaning on LaMelo Ball and Jaden McDaniels for scoring. Shumpert stresses that Ball’s playmaking fits Minnesota’s fast‑up style, while McDaniels must adopt a more aggressive, score‑first mindset to contribute 15‑25 points per game. He warns against over‑relying on Jonathan Kuminga, fearing poor decisions if he bears too much load. The Timberwolves will test this adjusted approach when they host the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026.
After dropping 47 points against Cleveland, Anthony Edwards undergoes arthroscopic knee surgery, sidelining the Timberwolves' star for several months. Guard Bones Hyland praises Edwards' warrior mentality and says the team will "hold the fort down" as role players step up. With Edwards out, Hyland expects more minutes alongside Terrance Shannon Jr., while newly acquired LaMelo Ball is set to become Minnesota's primary offensive weapon, a shift Hyland believes will unlock Ball’s aggressiveness. The Wolves face the Golden State Warriors at 7 PM CT on Thursday, testing their depth without Edwards.
Injuries to Anthony Edwards and Kawhi Leonard should have the Philadelphia 76ers preparing for the worst but hoping for the best.
Anthony Edwards is set for an arthroscopic knee cleanup that could jeopardize his eligibility for All‑NBA honors and a projected $300 million supermax extension. Under the NBA CBA, he must play at least 20 minutes in 65 games to qualify; missing this threshold would limit him to a two‑year, $122 million deal—a loss of over $175 million. Timberwolves president Tim Connelly says the timing is driven by new imaging, not a meniscus tear, and stresses long‑term health over a quick return. Medical expert Dr. Brian Sutterer warns that while the procedure offers short‑term relief, it may pose longer‑term knee concerns for the young star.
The Timberwolves will be without Anthony Edwards for a couple of months, but they know they can win without him, especially after beating the Denver Nuggets in the playoffs.