DALLAS Mavericks successfully overcame the Minnesota Timberwolves’ resistance with a final score of 120-114 in the NBA match at the Target Center, Minneapolis, Wednesday (30/10) WIB.
Kyrie Irving was the main driver of the Mavericks’ victory with a score of 35 points, including 16 points scored in the third quarter.
Mavericks star Luka Doncic put in a solid performance late in the game with 24 points, nine assists and eight rebounds, ensuring the Mavericks remained ahead until the end.
This match was the first rematch of last season’s Western Conference Finals and Anthony Edwards again showed a charming performance for the Timberwolves.
Citing match statistics on the NBA website, Edwards scored 24 of his total 37 points in just the first quarter, breaking the Target Center record with seven three-pointers from 13 attempts.
However, Edwards struggled at the free throw line, making just six of 12 attempts.
Despite appearing less productive behind the three-point line throughout the match, Doncic again showed his skill in crucial moments.
With 1 minute 4 seconds remaining in the final quarter, Doncic managed to score a shot from 10 meters that widened the Mavericks’ lead to eight points.
He celebrated this moment with a little provocation in front of Timberwolves fans, marking a crucial moment in his team’s victory.
Irving also played a big role in maintaining the Mavericks’ lead, including a three-pointer he hit with 2 minutes 31 seconds remaining, when the Timberwolves almost followed by two points, 109-107.
Apart from Irving and Doncic, PJ Washington also contributed with 17 points and eight rebounds. The Mavericks achieved this victory just a day after they managed to overcome the Utah Jazz 110-102 at home.
Even though they experienced difficulties with shooting accuracy in the previous match, Doncic et al still appeared aggressive in maintaining the winning momentum.
In the Wolves camp, turnovers or mistakes that cause a shift in ball possession are a problem. Even though Anthony Edwards started the match brightly, the Timberwolves had difficulty maintaining their performance in the following quarters.
They recorded 20 turnovers which the Mavericks utilized well, converting them into 25 points for the visitors.
Edwards’ good performance at the start of this season was maintained with a record of scoring more than five three-pointers in four consecutive games, creating a new record in team history.
Next, the Mavericks will compete again against the Houston Rockets on Friday (1/11) WIB while the Timberwolves will face the Denver Nuggets in the next match on Saturday (2/11) WIB. (Ant/Z-1)
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**Interview with Kyrie Irving after Mavericks’ Victory Over Timberwolves**
**Editor:** Good evening, Kyrie. Congratulations on the victory against the Minnesota Timberwolves! You scored an impressive 35 points tonight. How did you feel out there on the court?
**Kyrie Irving:** Thank you! It feels great to help lead the team to a win, especially in such a competitive game. I was just locked in and focused on making the best plays possible for my teammates.
**Editor:** You had a phenomenal third quarter, scoring 16 points. What was going through your mind during that stretch?
**Kyrie Irving:** I just wanted to create a spark for the team. We were in a tough battle, and I felt that if I could find my rhythm, it would help us build some momentum. I was really just trying to stay aggressive and take what the defense gave me.
**Editor:** Luka Doncic also had a strong performance, contributing 24 points and several key assists. What’s it like playing alongside him?
**Kyrie Irving:** Luka is a phenomenal player. His ability to create and make plays is incredible. We really feed off each other’s energy, and I think that chemistry is helping the team a lot this season. We try to support each other and play to our strengths.
**Editor:** The Timberwolves, particularly Anthony Edwards, put on a show tonight as well. What’s your take on his performance?
**Kyrie Irving:** Anthony is a highly talented player. He’s got a great scoring ability and can shoot the three-ball really well. It’s exciting to see young talent like him thrive, but at the end of the day, we executed our game plan and made the right plays when it mattered.
**Editor:** With this win, the Mavericks are now 3-0 for the season. How does this set the tone for the rest of the year?
**Kyrie Irving:** It’s definitely a great start. Every game is a learning opportunity, and our goal is to improve as the season progresses. Consistency is key, and if we can keep this momentum, I believe we can achieve some great things.
**Editor:** Thanks for your time, Kyrie, and best of luck for the rest of the season!
**Kyrie Irving:** Thank you! I appreciate it. We’re looking forward to the challenges ahead.