Updated: Wednesday, May 14, 2025, 23:16 [IST]
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Minnesota Timberwolves vs Golden State Warriors Injury Updates, NBA 2024 25: The Minnesota Timberwolves are now just one win away from advancing to the Western Conference Finals after taking a 3-1 series lead over the Golden State Warriors.
With Game 5 set for the Target Center, Minnesota finds itself in prime position to eliminate a Warriors team missing its superstar Stephen Curry due to a hamstring injury. The Timberwolves enter this crucial matchup riding high from a 117-110 Game 4 victory, where Julius Randle erupted for 31 points.
Minnesota Timberwolves vs Golden State Warriors Injury Updates NBA 2024 25 Match Player Stats Key Absences Impact
Anthony Edwards continued to be the heartbeat of the team on both ends, while the Warriors, despite a 23-point performance from Jonathan Kuminga, struggled to contain Minnesota’s physicality and depth. For Golden State, the absence of Curry is glaring, leaving the offensive burden on young stars like Kuminga and veterans like Draymond Green. Minnesota, meanwhile, has showcased balance, defense, and momentum—traits that bode well in elimination scenarios.
Timberwolves vs Warriors NBA 24-25 Game Information
Date: May 14, 2025
Time: 9:30 PM ET
Venue: Target Center, Minneapolis, MN
Timberwolves vs Warriors – Last 5 Head-to-Head Results
Date Home Team Final Score Winner
May 12, 2025 Warriors Timberwolves 117 - 110 Warriors Timberwolves
May 10, 2025 Timberwolves Warriors 112 - 105 Timberwolves Warriors
May 8, 2025 Warriors Timberwolves 108 - 101 Warriors Timberwolves
May 6, 2025 Timberwolves Timberwolves 115 - 98 Warriors Timberwolves
Apr 4, 2025 Warriors Warriors 122 - 120 Timberwolves Warriors
Key Takeaways
Julius Randle exploded for 31 points in Game 4, giving the Timberwolves a commanding 3-1 series lead.
Anthony Edwards has been a consistent two-way force, leading the Timberwolves’ offense and setting the tone defensively.
Jonathan Kuminga led the short-handed Warriors with 23 points in Game 4, but the absence of Stephen Curry has disrupted their offensive rhythm.
Timberwolves vs Warriors NBA 24-25 Injury Report
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Timberwolves vs Warriors Semifinals Playoff Implications
A Timberwolves win in Game 5 would seal the series 4-1 and send them to the Western Conference Finals, positioning them as a legitimate title contender. A win for the Warriors, however, would bring the series back to San Francisco for Game 6, offering a flicker of hope for a miraculous comeback—though doing so without Curry remains a daunting challenge.
Story first published: Wednesday, May 14, 2025, 23:16 [IST]
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