In an intense matchup on February 22, 2025, the Oklahoma City Thunder narrowly defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 106-102. The game was closely contested, with the Timberwolves putting forth a resilient effort despite being short-handed due to missing key players. The Timberwolves’ coach, Chris Finch, noted their team’s admirable performance, saying, “I’m proud of how we fought out there tonight. We were missing some vital pieces, but our players stepped up and made this a game right until the end.” Shai Gilgeous-Alexander led the Thunder with an impressive 30 points along with 8 assists, while Josh Giddey contributed a double-double with 22 points and 10 rebounds. The Thunder maintained their position as the Western Conference leaders with this victory, improving their record to 35-18. The Timberwolves, on the other hand, struggled to capitalize on several late-game opportunities. Despite this setback, the team is focused on their upcoming matches to regain momentum as they sit at 25-28 in the standings. Finch remarked on the importance of consistency in their gameplay: “We have to build on this performance, especially heading into a crucial stretch of the season.” The Thunder’s next game will see them facing off against the Sacramento Kings, while the Timberwolves are set to play against the Chicago Bulls, aiming to turn things around.
Thunder Survives Late Push from Timberwolves for Narrow Victory
