Minnesota Timberwolves Defeat Golden State Warriors

Timberwolves win 127-117 in high-scoring matchup

Mar. 14, 2026 at 5:06am

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The Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the Golden State Warriors 127-117 in a high-scoring NBA matchup. The Timberwolves were led by strong performances from their star players, while the Warriors struggled to keep up despite their own offensive firepower.

Why it matters

This game was an important early-season clash between two Western Conference contenders. The Timberwolves' victory shows they can compete with the league's elite teams, while the Warriors' loss raises questions about their ability to bounce back from a slow start to the season.

The details

The Timberwolves were paced by 35 points from All-Star forward Karl-Anthony Towns and 28 points from guard Anthony Edwards. The Warriors were led by 33 points from Steph Curry, but they were unable to overcome Minnesota's balanced scoring attack and defensive intensity.

  • The game was played on March 14, 2026.

The players

Karl-Anthony Towns

All-Star forward for the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Anthony Edwards

Guard for the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Steph Curry

Star guard for the Golden State Warriors.

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What they’re saying

“We came out with a lot of energy and focus tonight. When we play like that, we can beat anyone in the league.”

— Karl-Anthony Towns, Timberwolves Forward

“We just couldn't find our rhythm tonight. Credit to Minnesota, they played a great game on both ends of the floor.”

— Steph Curry, Warriors Guard

What’s next

The Timberwolves will look to build on this win as they continue their road trip, while the Warriors will try to bounce back in their next game at home.

The takeaway

This game showcased the Timberwolves' potential to be a top team in the Western Conference this season, while also highlighting some early-season struggles for the Warriors as they try to recapture their championship form.