Stephen Curry reminded the NBA exactly who he is on Wednesday night. The Golden State Warriors survived a furious fourth-quarter push from the Minnesota Timberwolves to win 119-114, powered by a 44-point masterclass from their franchise cornerstone. After a rocky start to the season, this was the kind of win Warriors fans have been waiting for.
Here is everything you need to know about the Golden State Warriors vs Minnesota Timberwolves: the final score, the turning points, the standout performers and what comes next.
Warriors vs Timberwolves: Final Score and Game Summary
Golden State controlled most of this game before Minnesota nearly stole it late. The Warriors built a lead as large as 24 points, then held on as the Timberwolves outscored them 33-26 in the final quarter.
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Final |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Golden State Warriors | 30 | 34 | 29 | 26 | 119 |
| Minnesota Timberwolves | 23 | 25 | 33 | 33 | 114 |
How the Warriors Won
A Dominant First Half Built the Cushion
Golden State exploded for 64 first-half points, including 34 in the second quarter alone, to take a commanding lead into the break. Minnesota managed just 48 over the first two quarters, and the Warriors' early work proved decisive.
Curry Lives at the Free-Throw Line
Curry finished with 44 points on 11-of-27 shooting, including 6 three-pointers. The real story was his perfect 16-of-16 at the free-throw line. He also added 8 rebounds, 6 assists and 2 steals. As a team, the Warriors went 30-of-37 from the stripe, compared to Minnesota's 19-of-27.
Winning the Possession Battle
Golden State won the hustle categories:
- Rebounding: The Warriors out-rebounded Minnesota 65-50, with 13 offensive boards to the Timberwolves' 7.
- Points off turnovers: Golden State scored 22 to Minnesota's 13.
- Points in the paint: The Warriors led 54-46.
Key Performers
Golden State Warriors
- Stephen Curry: 44 points, 8 rebounds, 6 assists, 16-of-16 FT
- Yaxel Lendeborg: 26 points on 11-of-20 shooting and 9 rebounds
- Draymond Green: 9 rebounds, 6 assists and 2 blocks
- Brandin Podziemski: 6 assists and 5 rebounds
Minnesota Timberwolves
- Jonathan Kuminga: 20 points, 5 assists, 3 three-pointers
- Terrence Shannon Jr.: 19 points, 6 rebounds, 8-of-10 at the line
- Jaden McDaniels: 19 points and 7 rebounds
- Bones Hyland: 13 points on 3-of-6 from deep
The Fourth-Quarter Scare
Minnesota refused to go quietly. The Timberwolves hit 15 three-pointers on the night and used a 33-point fourth quarter to claw back from a deficit that once reached 24. Their bench outscored Golden State's 49-31, and the Warriors' lead shrank steadily down the stretch.
Turnovers were a concern for Golden State, which gave the ball away 17 times, seven of them by Lendeborg. In the end, Curry's free throws and the Warriors' early advantage proved too much for Minnesota to overcome.
What This Win Means for Golden State
This victory arrives at a pivotal moment. The Warriors had dropped three straight, to the Lakers, Grizzlies and Suns, before rebounding with a 134-114 road win in Denver. Beating Minnesota extends that run to two consecutive victories and signals a team finding its rhythm early in the season.
What's Next for the Warriors
Golden State returns home for a marquee matchup with the Los Angeles Lakers on Friday, October 30, followed by a visit from the LA Clippers on Sunday, November 1. Both games will test whether this team can turn one good road trip into lasting momentum.
Final Thoughts
The Warriors survived a nervy finish, but the blueprint is clear: Curry's brilliance, relentless work on the glass and smart exploitation of turnovers. If Golden State can clean up the giveaways and close out games more comfortably, this could be the start of something special.
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