On Sunday, January 4, 2026, the Minnesota Timberwolves visited the Washington Wizards at Capital One Arena in Washington, DC. The Timberwolves won the game with a final score of 141-115. This win improved their record to 23-13 for the season.

Anthony Edwards led the Timberwolves with 35 points, 6 rebounds, and 3 assists. Rudy Gobert also made an impact with 18 points and 14 rebounds. The Wizards’ CJ McCollum scored 20 points, but it was not enough to secure a win. The Timberwolves’ strong performance kept them at 6th place in the Western Conference standings.

The Minnesota Timberwolves took control early, scoring 38 points in the first quarter while the Washington Wizards managed 28. In the second quarter, the Timberwolves kept up the pace, adding 35 points to their tally. The Wizards scored 30 in response, but still trailed at halftime.

The third quarter saw the Timberwolves extend their lead, putting up another 35 points. The Wizards struggled in this period, scoring only 21 points. In the final quarter, the Wizards found some rhythm and scored 36, but the Timberwolves closed out the game with 33 points, sealing a 141-115 win. Minnesota’s strong shooting, with a 56.1% field goal percentage, was key to their victory.

Anthony Edwards played a big role in the Timberwolves’ win. He scored 35 points with a strong shooting performance, hitting 14 of 21 shots. Edwards also added 6 rebounds and 3 assists, making him a key player for Minnesota.

Rudy Gobert also made a difference for the Timberwolves. He scored 18 points and grabbed 14 rebounds. Gobert was effective around the basket, making 8 of his 10 shots.

For the Wizards, CJ McCollum led the team in scoring. He had 20 points and shot 8 of 12 from the field. McCollum also contributed with 3 rebounds and 2 assists.

What’s Next

The Minnesota Timberwolves improved their record to 22-13 with their win over the Washington Wizards. They are currently positioned 6th in the Western Conference. This win helps solidify their place in the playoff race as they continue to climb the standings.

On the other hand, the Washington Wizards hold a record of 9-24, placing them 14th in the Eastern Conference. This loss keeps them near the bottom of the standings. The Wizards will need to find ways to improve as the season progresses.

The Minnesota Timberwolves will play their next game at home against the Miami Heat on Tuesday, January 6. The game will take place at the Target Center. After that, they will host the Cleveland Cavaliers on Thursday, January 8, also at the Target Center.

The Washington Wizards are set to face the Orlando Magic at home on Tuesday, January 6. This game will be held at the Capital One Arena. Following that, they will travel to play the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday, January 7, at the Xfinity Mobile Arena.

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