Timberwolves Tie Warriors 1-1 Western Conference Semifinals

The Minnesota Timberwolves evened their Western Conference Semifinals series against the Golden State Warriors with a commanding 117-93 win in Game 2, capitalizing on the absence of Warriors star Stephen Curry due to a hamstring injury. Julius Randle led the Timberwolves with 24 points and 11 assists, while Anthony Edwards contributed 20 points despite an ankle injury scare that saw him briefly leave the game before returning. Minnesota's defense stifled the Warriors, holding them to their lowest first-quarter playoff score since 2016, and the team improved their three-point shooting significantly from Game 1. The Warriors, lacking offensive depth without Curry, saw Draymond Green receive his fifth technical foul of the playoffs, putting him close to a suspension. The series is now tied 1-1, with Game 3 scheduled in San Francisco, and Minnesota is cautiously optimistic about their adjustments and Edwards' response after being critiqued by coach Chris Finch. The broader 2025 NBA playoffs have seen notable upsets and competitive matchups, including the Knicks leading the Celtics and the Thunder tying their series with the Nuggets.