The short-handed Los Angeles Clippers, missing key players Kawhi Leonard and Norman Powell, fell to the Minnesota Timberwolves 93-92 in an NBA Cup Group Play game. Anthony Edwards led the Timberwolves with 21 points, breaking their four-game losing streak. James Harden had 20 points and 11 assists for the Clippers, who struggled to close the gap in the final minutes.
The game was marked by turnovers and missed opportunities on both sides. Kevin Porter Jr. rolled his ankle late in the game, adding to the Clippers’ challenges. Despite a late surge, the Clippers couldn’t overtake the Timberwolves, who secured the win with a few seconds left on the clock.
With this win, the Timberwolves finished 2-2 in their group, while the Clippers are 1-2 with one game remaining. Both teams face slim chances of advancing to the quarterfinals of the in-season tournament. The Timberwolves will look to build on this victory, while the Clippers will seek to regroup before hosting Denver in their next game.
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