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Timberwolves Aim for Playoff Comeback Against Warriors

5/9/2025

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Timberwolves Aim for Comeback

The Minnesota Timberwolves are set to face off against the Golden State Warriors in a crucial Game 2 of their playoff series on Thursday at 8:30 p.m. ET. With star player Stephen Curry sidelined by a hamstring injury, the Timberwolves are eager to recover from their Game 1 defeat, relying on standout performances from Anthony Edwards and Naz Reid to ignite their comeback.

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Thunder Dominate Nuggets

In a stunning display of skill, the Oklahoma City Thunder crushed the Denver Nuggets 149-106 in Game 2, leveling their playoff series at 1-1. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander shone brightly with 34 points, contributing to an astonishing 87 first-half points—a new NBA playoff record. The stage is set for an intense Game 3 in Denver on Friday, as both teams vie for the upper hand.

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Historical Context

The Timberwolves and Warriors clash in Game 2, echoing historic rivalries. In 2007, the Warriors became the first 8-seed to topple a 1-seed in the playoffs, defeating the Mavericks. Now, with Curry injured, Minnesota aims to capitalize on their playoff momentum, reminiscent of past upsets in NBA history.

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Timberwolves Aim for Comeback

The Minnesota Timberwolves are set to face off against the Golden State Warriors in a crucial Game 2 of their playoff series on Thursday at 8:30 p.m. ET. With star player Stephen Curry sidelined by a hamstring injury, the Timberwolves are eager to recover from their Game 1 defeat, relying on standout performances from Anthony Edwards and Naz Reid to ignite their comeback.

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