In a gripping Game 5, Julius Randle scored 29 points, leading the Minnesota Timberwolves to a 121-110 victory against the Golden State Warriors and advancing to the Western Conference finals for the second consecutive year. Anthony Edwards added 22 points and 12 assists.

The Wolves now prepare to face the winner of the Denver versus Oklahoma City matchup. Should the Nuggets win on Thursday, it will lead to a Game 7.

For the Warriors, Brandin Podziemski recorded a playoff career-high of 28 points, yet the absence of star player Stephen Curry due to a hamstring issue proved crucial.

Jonathan Kuminga contributed 26 points off the bench, but overall, the team struggled to match the Wolves’ tempo and scoring depth. The Warriors had not lost four straight playoff games since 1972.

Also noteworthy, Rudy Gobert made a significant impact with 17 points, and Mike Conley added 16 points and eight assists. Despite facing a stiffer defensive challenge from the Warriors compared to the Lakers in the first round, the Wolves’ offensive rhythm eventually wore down their opponents.

Highlights

• Randle maintained his dominant playoff performance, ensuring the Timberwolves had control of the game.
• Jimmy Butler managed 17 points for the Warriors, attempting to chip away at a 25-point deficit late in the third quarter little success.

This decisive win propels the Wolves forward as they eye the next round.