Timberwolves Take 2-1 Playoff Lead Over Warriors with Edwards' 36 Points

Anthony Edwards led the Minnesota Timberwolves to a 102-97 victory over the Golden State Warriors in Game 3 of the Western Conference semifinals, scoring a game-high 36 points and hitting a crucial baseline three-pointer late in the fourth quarter. Julius Randle contributed a triple-double with 24 points, 12 assists, and 10 rebounds, helping Minnesota secure a 2-1 series lead as they wrestled back home-court advantage. The Warriors struggled offensively without injured star Stephen Curry, despite strong performances from Jimmy Butler, who scored 33 points, and Jonathan Kuminga, who added 30 off the bench. Golden State also faced difficulties after Draymond Green fouled out in the final minutes, which allowed the Timberwolves to pull away. Minnesota's balanced attack included key contributions from Jaden McDaniels and Rudy Gobert, who helped control the boards and maintain the lead in a closely contested game. The Timberwolves have shown resilience on the road this postseason, bolstering their chances to advance further in the playoffs.