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Timberwolves Set NBA Record with 52-Point Quarter in Win Over Grizzlies
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Timberwolves Set NBA Record with 52-Point Quarter in Win Over Grizzlies – Minnesota Timberwolves stun the Memphis Grizzlies with a historic 52-point third quarter, led by Anthony Edwards’ 44 points. Read the full game recap and playoff implications.
Timberwolves Make NBA History in High-Scoring Victory Against Grizzlies
[04.11.2025] Minnesota Timberwolves 141 def. Memphis Grizzlies 125. This had to be one of the most electric performances of the year from the Timberwolves. The highlight? 52-point third quarter a franchise-record and NBA season-high completely changed the momentum of the game.
Anthony Edwards Leads the Charge
The real star of the night was Anthony Edwards, dropping a scintillating 44 points, proving once again he’s the soul of the Timberwolves’ motor. But his explosive scoring along with Julius Randle’s own 31 points and 10 rebounds were too much for Minnesota to overcome during a dominant second half.
Historic Third Quarter Turns the Tide
Down six at the half, the Timberwolves erupted in the third quarter with a 26-2 run, including 17 unanswered points. That explosion not only wiped out the Grizzlies’ advantage, but turned the game on its head. Minnesota’s 52-point quarter was the most of any NBA team this season and is a franchise record.
Grizzlies Struggle to Respond Despite Morant’s Effort
Despite the defeat, Ja Morant scored 36 points and was supported by Desmond Bane (28 points, 9 assists) and Jaren Jackson Jr. (23 points) in the Grizzlies lineup. But their attempts were insufficient to match the Timberwolves’ bounding offense and energy.
Playoff Implications: Timberwolves Eye Top 6
The victory vaults Minnesota to 47-33, just behind a three-way tie for sixth in the Western Conference standings with the Grizzlies and Warriors. The Timberwolves have two games left in the regular season and are in good position to avoid the play-in tournament and go directly to the playoffs.
What’s Next for Minnesota?
With this momentum and Edwards playing at an elite level, the Timberwolves are becoming a dangerous team headed into the postseason. Fans will be monitoring closely as Minnesota heads down the final stretch of the season seeking to cement their playoff standing.
