Timberwolves Dominate Mavericks Behind Dosunmu's Triple-Double

Minnesota guard Ayo Dosunmu records career-high stats in blowout win over Dallas.

Mar. 31, 2026 at 5:32am

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Minnesota Timberwolves guard Ayo Dosunmu recorded his second career triple-double, finishing with 18 points, 15 rebounds, and 12 assists to lead his team to a 124-94 road victory over the Dallas Mavericks on Monday.

Why it matters

Dosunmu's standout performance is a positive sign for the Timberwolves, who are looking to build momentum heading into the playoffs. The win also marks an impressive road victory over a Western Conference rival.

The details

Dosunmu stuffed the stat sheet, setting a new career high in rebounds while also dishing out 12 assists to go along with his 18 points. The Timberwolves dominated the Mavericks from start to finish, leading by as many as 30 points in the lopsided victory.

  • The game was played on Monday, March 31, 2026.

The players

Ayo Dosunmu

A 24-year-old guard for the Minnesota Timberwolves who recorded his second career triple-double in the win.

Minnesota Timberwolves

The NBA team that defeated the Dallas Mavericks on the road.

Dallas Mavericks

The NBA team that lost at home to the Minnesota Timberwolves.

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What they’re saying

“Ayo really set the tone for us tonight with his all-around play. When he's making an impact like that, it makes us a very tough team to beat.”

— Chris Finch, Head Coach, Minnesota Timberwolves

What’s next

The Timberwolves will look to build on this impressive road win as they continue their push towards the playoffs.

The takeaway

Dosunmu's triple-double performance showcased his versatility and ability to impact the game in multiple ways, providing a boost for the Timberwolves as they aim to make a deep postseason run.