After dropping a season‑high 44 points in the Warriors’ 119–114 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves, Stephen Curry meets Minnesota Lynx stars Olivia Miles and Kayla McBride at Target Center. Curry presents each with a signed #30 Warriors jersey, prompting delighted reactions captured on broadcast. He praises the WNBA’s growth, noting Miles as an MVP candidate and McBride’s record‑tying 10‑three‑pointer game. The encounter follows McBride’s “night‑night” celebration in a recent Valkyries‑Lynx matchup, which Curry described as bittersweet. Curry’s gesture highlights his support for women’s basketball and cements a memorable cross‑league moment.
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In their first game without Anthony Edwards, the Minnesota Timberwolves fell 119-114 to Golden State, despite Stephen Curry's 44 points. Coach Chris Finch and players like LaMelo Ball, Jonathan Kuminga and Jaden McDaniels admit they tried to replace Edwards' scoring by taking rushed, isolated shots instead of creating quality looks. The Wolves' early‑half offense became predictable—single passes, deep threes on first touches—making them easy to defend. A second‑unit surge showed what works: quick ball movement, hustle and smarter timing. Finch stresses the need for collective responsibility and patient play to restore the flow that fueled Minnesota’s 3‑0 start.
Before Wednesday’s Warriors‑Timberwolves matchup, Celtics coach Chris Finch and Warriors boss Steve Kerr slammed the NBA’s new flopping crackdown as misdirected. Finch argues the league is unfairly targeting defensive flops while offensive players continue to bait fouls and earn free throws, a practice he says harms the game’s integrity. Kerr, dubbing the league the “No Bullshit Association,” wants officials empowered to stop all exaggerations – from grabbing and hooking to dramatic reactions to screens. Both coaches cite a recent Portland‑Los Angeles game that featured three flopping technicals in two minutes and call for clearer enforcement that focuses on the real offenders.
LaMelo Ball and Jonathan Kuminga didn't like what they saw from Rudy Gobert against the Warriors.
Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg says he’s eager for a showdown with Lakers star Luka Doncic after their heated exchange in the season opener, confirming his excitement with an emphatic “Absolutely” ahead of Friday’s rematch.
Jonathan Kuminga says the Minnesota Timberwolves weren’t ready to compete from the opening tip in their 119-114 defeat to the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday. He highlights the need for better ball movement and shared responsibility, especially while star Anthony Edwards is out, and urges the team to tighten up its start to avoid costly losses.
Minnesota Timberwolves coach Chris Finch pointed to turnovers, poor shot selection and a lack of physicality after his team lost 119-114 to the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday, Oct. 28, at Target Center.
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After snapping a 0‑3 slump with a 119‑114 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves, Stephen Curry praises the Warriors' comeback but warns the team must tighten ball security and late‑game execution. Curry emphasizes that improving these fundamentals is crucial for sustaining success as the season progresses.
After a 119-114 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves, Warriors head coach Steve Kerr says the team "smelled blood in the water" but still has room to grow. He highlights quick turnovers and rushed decisions as key issues to fix despite the back‑to‑back victories, emphasizing that the Warriors must tighten play to sustain momentum.
Stephen Curry erupts for a season‑high 44 points, powering the Golden State Warriors to a 119‑114 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves at the Target Center on Oct. 29, 2026. Rookie Yaxel Lendeborg contributes 26 points as the Warriors clinch their second straight victory. The close contest showcases Curry’s scoring dominance and a strong supporting performance from the rookie.
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.
Stephen Curry ties LeBron James for the most 40‑point games by a player 35 or older, logging his 15th such effort with 40 points in Golden State’s 119‑114 win over Minnesota on Oct. 29, 2026. He shoots 11‑of‑27 overall, 6‑of‑16 from three and a flawless 16‑of‑16 from the line. The performance, highlighted by a sprint‑long dive for a loose ball, sparks awe from rookie Yaxel Lendeborg and prompts coach Steve Kerr to frame the game as a learning moment. Jordan sits third with 12‑point‑plus outings.
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.
Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg says he’s eager for a rematch with Lakers star Luka Dončić after a heated exchange in the Oct. 21 opener, where Golden State fell 127-105. Lendeborg posted 12 points in his debut, then exploded with 31 points, 12 rebounds and six assists against Denver and followed with 26 points, nine rebounds versus Minnesota, averaging 22.6 points, 9.2 rebounds and 4.0 assists over five games. Stephen Curry hails him as the "full package," and Lendeborg is ready for Friday’s Round 2 showdown, regardless of Dončić’s injury status.
Golden State Warriors center Kristaps Porzingis is out with a mystery ailment and is apparently in Spain getting work done on his teeth.
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.
Golden State Warriors forward Kristaps Porzingis is sidelined indefinitely with postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS) and has not played this season. Despite a two‑year, $40 million extension, he flew to Spain for dental work, sparking backlash from fans who mock his “veneers instead of rebounds.” Porzingis, 31, logged 16.1 points, 5.3 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 1.1 blocks in 15 games last season after a mid‑season trade from Atlanta for Jonathan Kuminga and Buddy Hield. The controversy raises questions about his health, future with the Warriors, and possible retirement.
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.
In his first NBA game, Golden State Warriors rookie Yaxel Lendeborg got into it with Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Dončić.
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.