Hornets Surge Past Timberwolves 122-108

LaMelo Ball and Miles Bridges lead Charlotte to fourth straight win

Apr. 13, 2026 at 5:20am

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The Charlotte Hornets continued their recent hot streak with a 122-108 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves. LaMelo Ball scored 35 points and Miles Bridges added 25 points, 8 rebounds, and 7 assists to power the Hornets to their fourth consecutive win. Charlotte shot 48.9% from the field as a team, with Ball hitting a league-leading 8th game with at least seven 3-pointers.

Why it matters

The Hornets' recent surge has them firmly in playoff position in the Eastern Conference after a decade-long drought. Meanwhile, the Timberwolves have lost 4 of their last 5 games with key injuries to Jaden McDaniels and Anthony Edwards, putting their postseason hopes in jeopardy.

The details

The Timberwolves led at halftime, but the Hornets took control in the third quarter behind a strong performance from Miles Bridges. Charlotte's ability to maintain momentum and capitalize on Minnesota's weaknesses proved to be the difference in the game.

  • The Hornets have won 4 straight games.
  • Charlotte is 39-22 since Thanksgiving Day.

The players

LaMelo Ball

The Hornets' star point guard scored 35 points and hit a league-leading 8th game with at least seven 3-pointers.

Miles Bridges

The Hornets' forward had 25 points, 8 rebounds, and 7 assists in the win.

Jaden McDaniels

The Timberwolves' forward is currently sidelined due to injury.

Anthony Edwards

The Timberwolves' star guard is also out with an injury, contributing to Minnesota's recent struggles.

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What they’re saying

“We must continue to play with this level of energy and execution if we want to make the playoffs. This is the kind of performance that can carry us through the final stretch.”

— LaMelo Ball, Hornets Point Guard

“Injuries have been tough, but we can't make excuses. We need to find a way to get back on track and secure our spot in the postseason.”

— Chris Finch, Timberwolves Head Coach

What’s next

The Hornets will look to extend their winning streak when they host the Brooklyn Nets on Friday, April 10th. The Timberwolves will try to bounce back on the road against the Phoenix Suns on Sunday, April 12th.

The takeaway

The Hornets' recent surge has them firmly in playoff position in the East, showcasing the team's resilience and determination. Meanwhile, the Timberwolves' struggles with key injuries have put their postseason hopes in jeopardy, underscoring the importance of depth and consistency in the highly competitive NBA landscape.