In the last game, it suffered a 26-point reversal, and the Timberwolves missed the opportunity to lead, trailing 1-2. This time they were still playing at home, they still played well, at one point they took a 15-point lead, but they were quickly caught up by the Grizzlies, but fortunately this time they did not make a mistake in the end, and with Downs making two free throws, they helped the team to lay the victory. In the end, the Timberwolves beat the Grizzlies 119-118 to bring the score to a 2-2 draw.
Don't look at the Grizzlies' second-place record in the league, but in the playoffs, their inexperienced disadvantage was exposed. The same is true of the Timberwolves who advanced to the playoffs through the playoffs, but they are more talented, with Edwards, Towns and Russell, and more critically, a Beverley, who can really make a difference in key moments. After the last game was reversed, this time the Timberwolves rebounded strongly.
In the face of the impact of the Grizzlies, the Timberwolves played more steadily this time, although the point difference was delayed, but they could hold their advantage and lead by 6 points after the third quarter. In the final quarter, the Grizzlies launched a frantic counterattack, this time first Russell stepped forward to get points, and then Edwards and Towns hit the free throws steadily, without giving the Grizzlies a chance. If they miss the free throw, the Grizzlies could really drag the game into overtime, which is also a bit thrilling.
And in this game Towns finally ushered in the outbreak, before trapped in foul trouble, has not been a good performance. This time Towns stayed on the court for a long time, played 42 minutes, 8 of 17, 14 of 17 from the free throw line, and got a big double-double with 33 points and 14 rebounds, the only fly in the ointment was that there were 6 turnovers. Can withstand the pressure at key moments, make two free throws, and help the team seal the victory. In addition to Downs, the Timberwolves also blossomed this time, with six people scoring in double figures, Edwards 24 points, Beverley 17 points, Russell 10 points and seven assists, and McLaughlin 16 points.
Watching the Timberwolves Downs erupt and the Grizzlies' Morant failed to respond, he was in a slump this time, shooting 4-of-13 and having 11 points, 15 assists and 8 rebounds, with little help from the offensive end. Failed to provide much help at the crucial moment, and this time it was a bit of a drag. Bain next to him scored 34 points on 8-of-12 from three-point range; Brooks scored 24 points on 3-of-4 three-pointers and Clarke had 15 points. But if the Grizzlies want to win the game, they have to count on Morant's play.