Anthony Edwards led the Timberwolves to a 126-109 victory over the Phoenix Suns with 36 points, taking a 3-0 lead in the series.
Rudy Gobert added 19 points and 14 rebounds, Minnesota dominated the third quarter with hot shooting, leading by 22 points heading into the fourth.
Bradley Beal, Kevin Durant, and Devin Booker led the Suns in scoring, but Minnesota's strong performance put them on the brink of elimination.