Jaden McDaniels scored 27 points, Anthony Edwards blocked Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s go-ahead shot attempt and the Minnesota Timberwolves overcame a 25-point deficit in the second half to

Oklahoma City Thunder guard Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (2) shoots as Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels (3) defends during a Feb. 24, 2025 game in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

With the Thunder focusing on keeping Anthony Edwards at bay, expect Jaden McDaniels to go off for Minnesota. While without Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo, the Minnesota Timberwolves have had to look for new sources of offensive creation.

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Wolves 131, Thunder 128 SGA – 39 points, 10 rebounds, 8 assists JDub – 27 points, 6 assists Wiggins – 19 points, 7 rebounds Edwards – 17

Jaden McDaniels was an offensive liability two months into the season. He played 29.6 minutes per night in his first 30 games and averaged 9.6 points on

McDaniels contributed 17 points (5-15 FG, 1-6 3Pt, 6-6 FT), 13 rebounds, one assist and one block in 40 minutes during Sunday's 130-123 loss to the Thunder.

The Minnesota Timberwolves were down 106-82 on the road against the Oklahoma City Thunder with 10:50 left in the fourth quarter Monday night. The night

The LA Lakers play their second back-to-back contest in February, as they host the Minnesota Timberwolves at the Crypto.com Arena on Thursday.