Naz Reid of the Minnesota Timberwolves suffered a right finger sprain during the third quarter of the game against the Washington Wizards at Target Center. Reid had been visibly uncomfortable, grabbing at his hand multiple times before being substituted out. Despite briefly returning to the bench, he ultimately left for the locker room and was ruled out for the remainder of the game. Prior to his exit, he contributed eight points and three rebounds. With Reid sidelined, Luka Garza saw increased playing time, continuing the trend as he had already been receiving extended minutes due to Julius Randle's absence caused by a groin injury.

The Minnesota Timberwolves secured a commanding 138-113 victory over the Utah Jazz, showcasing their resilience despite missing three key players. Anthony Edwards starred with 36 points, 11 assists, and six rebounds, reinforcing his status as a three-time All-Star. The Wolves, under coach Chris Finch, demonstrated a potent offense, particularly in the second half, overcoming a sluggish start that saw them trail 25-10 after the first quarter.

Rob Dillingham and Luka Garza also contributed, scoring 19 and 16 points respectively. The game saw the Timberwolves shoot an impressive 61.3% from the field, with Edwards taking control in the third quarter, adding 16 points. The win marked their fifth straight victory, emphasizing their strong performance in the face of adversity.

The Minnesota Timberwolves secured their third consecutive victory with a 121-113 win over the Phoenix Suns, showcasing resilience after coach Chris Finch was ejected in the third quarter. Finch’s fiery demeanor was evident as he was held back by Anthony Edwards while exiting the court. The Wolves rallied, taking the lead shortly after his ejection, propelled by Nickeil Alexander-Walker, who scored 23 points, including several crucial three-pointers in the fourth quarter.

Despite missing key players due to illness, Minnesota demonstrated depth, with Luka Garza and Jaylen Clark stepping up. Edwards led all scorers with 33 points, while Julius Randle contributed significantly for the Wolves. The Suns, led by Devin Booker and Kevin Durant, made a late push but ultimately fell short.

Jaden McDaniels shone for the Minnesota Timberwolves, scoring a career-high 27 points, including a critical free throw in the final seconds, to help secure a narrow 115-114 victory against the Dallas Mavericks. Anthony Edwards contributed significantly with 21 points. The Timberwolves maintained composure down the stretch, with Mike Conley’s two free throws giving them a late lead. Despite Kyrie Irving’s impressive 36-point performance for the Mavericks, including a buzzer-beater three-pointer, it wasn’t enough to overcome the Timberwolves.

The Mavericks' struggles continued without Luka Doncic, who is sidelined due to injury, resulting in a disappointing 4-11 record since his absence. With Dereck Lively II also out with a stress fracture, the Mavericks faced significant challenges. P.J. Washington Jr. stepped up with a season-high 30 points, but the team's overall performance fell short as they allowed Minnesota to outscore them in critical moments of the game.

In a thrilling finish, the Dallas Mavericks fell just short against the Minnesota Timberwolves, losing 115-114. The Mavericks, missing key players Luka Doncic, Klay Thompson, and Dereck Lively II due to injuries, managed to make the game competitive late, guided by Kyrie Irving's remarkable performance of 38 points and nine assists. Despite trailing by as many as 12 points in the fourth quarter, Dallas closed in with a late 9-1 run. However, Irving's potential game-tying three-point attempt with five seconds left missed the mark.

The Timberwolves capitalized on their free-throw opportunities, converting 30 of 34, while the Mavericks struggled from beyond the arc, hitting only six of 24 attempts. PJ Washington also had a notable game for the Mavericks, contributing 28 points and eight rebounds. Minnesota's Jaden McDaniels stood out with a season-high 26 points to aid his team's efforts in maintaining their Play-In spot. The game featured a notable milestone as Irving reached 18,000 career points on the same date Kobe Bryant famously scored 81 points against the Raptors.