Julius Randle had 24 points and 11 assists to help the Minnesota Timberwolves capitalize on the Golden State Warriors star Stephen Curry’s absence in a 117-93 victory Thursday that tied the second-round series at a game apiece.
Anthony Edwards finished with 20 points after an injury scare for the Wolves, who more than tripled their 3-point output (going 16 for 37) from their Game 1 loss when Curry was sidelined by a left hamstring strain that likely will keep him out at least until next week.
Nickeil Alexander-Walker added 20 points to spearhead a superb performance by the bench, combining with Donte DiVincenzo and Naz Reid to go 10 for 22 from deep.