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Minnesota Defeats Portland 135-121 - Recap
Minnesota got 36 points and 15 rebounds from Karl-Anthony Towns en route to a 135-121 victory over Portland on Saturday at Target Center.
Bettors who backed the Timberwolves were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -13.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 234.5.
Jaylen Nowell had 22 points for Minnesota and Malik Beasley chipped in with 16 points. D'Angelo Russell had 15 assists for the Timberwolves, while Karl-Anthony Towns was the team's top rebounder, grabbing 15 boards.
The Trail Blazers got a 38-point performance from Anfernee Simons, who was supported by 21 points from Brandon Williams. Keon Johnson had 5 assists in a losing cause for Portland, while Trendon Watford grabbed 14 rebounds.
Minnesota trailed at halftime, 64-63.
Minnesota had a 42-41 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.