Timberwolves Outlast Struggling Raptors in High-Scoring Affair

Minnesota's sharpshooting proves too much for Toronto in 115-107 victory

Published on Mar. 6, 2026

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The Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the Toronto Raptors 115-107 in a high-scoring affair on Thursday night in Minneapolis. Anthony Edwards led the Timberwolves with 22 points, while Rudy Gobert added 18 points and 12 rebounds. The Raptors were led by RJ Barrett's 25 points, but couldn't overcome Minnesota's hot shooting, as the Timberwolves made 51.9% of their shots from the field and 41.9% from 3-point range.

Why it matters

The win extends the Timberwolves' winning streak to five games, solidifying their position in the Western Conference playoff race. For the struggling Raptors, the loss is their fourth in the past five games, as they continue to search for consistency in the competitive Eastern Conference.

The details

The Timberwolves took control of the game in the third quarter, outscoring the Raptors 35-22 to build a double-digit lead. Anthony Edwards provided a highlight-reel dunk over RJ Barrett during the decisive run. Both teams shot the ball well, with the Timberwolves making 51.9% of their shots and the Raptors shooting 49.4% from the field.

  • The game was played on Thursday, March 6, 2026.

The players

Anthony Edwards

A 22-year-old shooting guard for the Minnesota Timberwolves, known for his explosive athleticism and scoring ability.

Rudy Gobert

A 33-year-old center for the Minnesota Timberwolves, renowned for his defensive prowess and rim protection.

RJ Barrett

A 25-year-old small forward for the Toronto Raptors, who led his team in scoring with 25 points in the game.

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What they’re saying

“We must continue to play with that same intensity and focus if we want to keep this winning streak going.”

— Anthony Edwards, Timberwolves Guard (siouxfallslive.com)

What’s next

The Timberwolves will look to extend their winning streak when they host the Denver Nuggets on Saturday, March 8th. The struggling Raptors will try to get back on track when they travel to face the Milwaukee Bucks on Sunday, March 9th.

The takeaway

The Timberwolves' sharpshooting and balanced scoring attack proved too much for the Raptors to handle, as Minnesota's hot shooting and Edwards' highlight-reel plays led them to a convincing victory. The win solidifies the Timberwolves' position in the Western Conference playoff race, while the Raptors continue to search for consistency in the competitive East.