Anthony Edwards Leads Timberwolves to 94-88 Win Over Clippers

Timberwolves star scores 31 points in victory, boosting Minnesota's post-All-Star break momentum

Published on Feb. 27, 2026

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Anthony Edwards scored 31 points to lead the Minnesota Timberwolves to a 94-88 victory over the short-handed Los Angeles Clippers on Thursday night. The win marked the Timberwolves' third in their last four games since the All-Star break, as they improved to 5-1 since February 9. Edwards hit a crucial step-back three-pointer in the final minute to seal the game for Minnesota.

Why it matters

The Timberwolves have been surging since the All-Star break, and this win over the Clippers without Kawhi Leonard further demonstrates their momentum heading into the final stretch of the season. Edwards' standout performance also solidifies his status as a rising star in the NBA.

The details

In addition to Edwards' 31 points, the Timberwolves received key contributions from Donte DiVincenzo (18 points), Jaden McDaniels (12 points), and Ayo Dosunmu (12 points). Rudy Gobert also grabbed 13 rebounds to anchor Minnesota's strong defensive and rebounding effort. The Clippers struggled offensively without Leonard, shooting just 40.5% from the floor as a team.

  • The game took place on Thursday, February 27, 2026 in Inglewood, California.
  • The Timberwolves have now won 3 of their last 4 games since the All-Star break, and 5 of their last 6 overall since February 9.

The players

Anthony Edwards

The 24-year-old star guard for the Minnesota Timberwolves, who scored a game-high 31 points in the win over the Clippers.

Kawhi Leonard

The All-Star forward for the Los Angeles Clippers, who missed the game due to an ankle injury.

Donte DiVincenzo

The 28-year-old guard for the Minnesota Timberwolves, who scored 18 points off the bench in the victory.

Rudy Gobert

The veteran center for the Minnesota Timberwolves, who grabbed 13 rebounds to anchor the team's strong defensive and rebounding effort.

Derrick Jones Jr.

The 30-year-old forward for the Los Angeles Clippers, who led the team with 18 points in the losing effort.

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What they’re saying

“We must continue to build on this momentum and keep playing hard every night. Anthony was huge for us down the stretch, but it was a total team effort.”

— Chris Finch, Head Coach, Minnesota Timberwolves (theconwaybulletin.com)

“Losing Kawhi is tough, but we have to find a way to step up and make plays. We'll regroup and come back stronger against the Pelicans on Sunday.”

— Tyronn Lue, Head Coach, Los Angeles Clippers (theconwaybulletin.com)

What’s next

The Timberwolves will continue their road trip with a game in Denver on Sunday, while the Clippers will host the New Orleans Pelicans on the same day as they look to bounce back from their third consecutive loss.

The takeaway

Anthony Edwards' standout performance and the Timberwolves' continued post-All-Star break surge demonstrate their potential to be a force in the Western Conference playoff race. Meanwhile, the Clippers' struggles without Kawhi Leonard highlight their need to find alternative scoring options and defensive solutions to remain competitive.