On January 26, 2026, Minnesota beat Golden State 108-83 at Target Center in Minneapolis. The Timberwolves entered seventh in the Western Conference after losing five consecutive games. Golden State stood eighth after defeating Minnesota one night earlier.
Both teams played without important starters. Anthony Edwards missed the game for Minnesota. Golden State rested or ruled out Stephen Curry, Draymond Green, Jimmy Butler III, and several rotation players.
Minnesota controlled the game after Golden State’s early first-quarter run. A 32-18 second quarter created a 15-point halftime advantage. Minnesota’s shooting, ball movement, rim protection, and transition scoring decided the result.
Match Overview of Timberwolves vs Golden State Warriors Match Player Stats
This was the third regular-season meeting between the teams during the 2025-26 campaign. Minnesota’s victory ended its five-game skid and secured a 2-1 season-series advantage.
| Match Detail | Information |
| Date | January 26, 2026 |
| Venue | Target Center, Minneapolis |
| Competition | 2025-26 NBA regular season |
| Final Score | Timberwolves 108, Warriors 83 |
| Minnesota Pregame Record | 27-19 |
| Golden State Pregame Record | 26-21 |
| Minnesota Postgame Record | 28-19 |
| Golden State Postgame Record | 26-22 |
| Attendance | 18,978 |
| Game Duration | 2 hours, 8 minutes |
Pre-Match Context
Minnesota entered this game after its longest losing run of the season. Golden State had beaten the Timberwolves 111-85 at Target Center during the previous evening.
That defeat ended Minnesota’s 103-game streak of scoring at least 100 points. It also allowed Golden State to move within 1.5 games of Minnesota.
Minnesota started the rematch seventh in the Western Conference. Golden State occupied eighth place with a 26-21 record.
The teams faced difficult availability situations during the second game of the back-to-back. Minnesota removed Edwards from the lineup because of right foot injury maintenance.
Golden State played without Curry, Green, Butler, Jonathan Kuminga, Al Horford, De’Anthony Melton, and Seth Curry. Those absences produced a starting lineup featuring Pat Spencer, Brandin Podziemski, Moses Moody, Gui Santos, and Quinten Post.
Quarter-by-Quarter Score
Golden State led by eight points during the opening quarter. Minnesota recovered before the period ended and controlled each remaining quarter.
First-Half Scoring
| Team | First Quarter | Second Quarter | Halftime |
| Golden State Warriors | 20 | 18 | 38 |
| Minnesota Timberwolves | 21 | 32 | 53 |
Second-Half Scoring
| Team | Third Quarter | Fourth Quarter | Final |
| Golden State Warriors | 19 | 26 | 83 |
| Minnesota Timberwolves | 22 | 33 | 108 |
Quarter-by-Quarter Breakdown
First Quarter
Minnesota opened by missing ten of its first twelve field-goal attempts. The Timberwolves also missed seven of their first eight three-point attempts.
Golden State responded with a 13-0 run and moved ahead 16-8. Post, Spencer, and Moody contributed during Golden State’s early scoring stretch.
Minnesota recovered through its reserve unit. Bones Hyland scored three transition layups, while Naz Reid added a three-pointer.
The Timberwolves finished the quarter ahead 21-20. Minnesota erased Golden State’s largest lead without Edwards on the floor.
Second Quarter
Post opened the quarter with a three-pointer, giving Golden State a 23-21 advantage. Minnesota then increased its defensive pressure and attacked Golden State’s smaller lineups.
The Timberwolves ended the half with a 21-4 scoring run. Julius Randle scored ten points during that stretch.
Minnesota scored the final seven points before halftime. Randle supplied a layup, dunk, and jumper during the closing sequence.
The Timberwolves won the quarter 32-18 and carried a 53-38 advantage into halftime.
Third Quarter
Minnesota continued limiting Golden State’s perimeter shooting after halftime. The Warriors scored 19 points during the quarter.
Jaden McDaniels completed a 7-0 Minnesota run with a driving layup and three-pointer. The sequence increased Minnesota’s lead to 69-50.
Golden State could not reduce the margin before the period ended. Minnesota entered the fourth quarter leading 75-57.
Fourth Quarter
Donte DiVincenzo opened the final quarter with consecutive three-pointers. Minnesota’s lead immediately increased to 81-57.
DiVincenzo later made another three-pointer with 5:26 remaining. That basket created a 100-68 score and Minnesota’s largest lead.
Both teams used deeper reserves during the closing minutes. Minnesota won the final quarter 33-26 and completed the 108-83 victory.
Team Stats Comparison
Minnesota produced the stronger shooting percentages despite committing more turnovers. The Timberwolves also created advantages in assists, blocks, rebounds, and fast-break scoring.
Team rebound totals include rebounds credited to the team rather than individual players. Golden State’s turnover total includes one team turnover.
| Team Statistic | Golden State | Minnesota |
| Points | 83 | 108 |
| Field Goals | 33-95 | |
| 37-81 | ||
| Field-Goal Percentage | 34.7% | 45.7% |
| Three-Pointers | 9-39 | 14-35 |
| Three-Point Percentage | 23.1% | 40.0% |
| Free Throws | 8-13 | 20-26 |
| Free-Throw Percentage | 61.5% | 76.9% |
| Total Rebounds | 57 | 61 |
| Offensive Rebounds | 11 | 9 |
| Assists | 21 | 29 |
| Total Turnovers | 19 | 22 |
| Steals | 13 | 12 |
| Blocks | 4 | 10 |
| Points in Paint | 44 | 42 |
| Fast-Break Points | 17 | 29 |
| Largest Lead | 8 | 32 |
Key Numbers That Decided the Game
The statistical differences show how Minnesota created separation after Golden State’s strong opening run.
- Minnesota shot 45.7 percent, while Golden State finished at 34.7 percent.
- The Timberwolves made 14 three-pointers from 35 attempts. Golden State made nine from 39 attempts.
- Minnesota recorded 29 assists on 37 field goals. Golden State finished with 21 assists.
- The Timberwolves blocked ten shots. Golden State recorded four blocks.
- Minnesota scored 29 fast-break points, creating a 12-point transition advantage.
Full Box Score: Golden State Warriors
Golden State used ten players, with every available player receiving at least nine minutes. Post led the Warriors with 13 points.
Podziemski added 12 points and seven rebounds. Santos recorded the team’s only double-double with 11 points and ten rebounds.
The Warriors made 33 field goals but converted only nine three-pointers. Seven players finished with negative double-digit plus-minus figures.
Golden State Shooting Splits
This table includes every Golden State player who entered the game. It separates minutes and shooting splits for mobile readability.
| Player | Minutes | FG | 3PT | FT |
| Moses Moody | 26:16 | 4-12 | 2-7 | 0-0 |
| Gui Santos | 26:11 | 5-13 | 1-6 | 0-0 |
| Quinten Post | 27:34 | 5-12 | 3-7 | 0-0 |
| Pat Spencer | 33:33 | 4-11 | 2-4 | 0-0 |
| Brandin Podziemski | 27:45 | 4-13 | 0-2 | 4-5 |
| Will Richard | 28:10 | 2-9 | 0-6 | 0-0 |
| Buddy Hield | 28:52 | 2-10 | 1-4 | 0-2 |
| Gary Payton II | 11:53 | 2-4 | 0-2 | 0-0 |
| Trayce Jackson-Davis | 20:26 | 3-7 | 0-0 | 2-4 |
| Malevy Leons | 9:22 | 2-4 | 0-1 | 2-2 |
Golden State Scoring and Playmaking
Post led Golden State’s scoring, while Spencer produced the team’s highest assist total. Santos led the Warriors in rebounds.
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists | Plus-Minus |
| Moses Moody | 10 | 4 | 1 | -13 |
| Gui Santos | 11 | 10 | 2 | -5 |
| Quinten Post | 13 | 5 | 0 | -13 |
| Pat Spencer | 10 | 5 | 6 | -10 |
| Brandin Podziemski | 12 | 7 | 4 | -14 |
| Will Richard | 4 | 2 | 3 | -11 |
| Buddy Hield | 5 | 2 | 3 | -20 |
| Gary Payton II | 4 | 1 | 0 | -20 |
| Trayce Jackson-Davis | 8 | 4 | 1 | -12 |
| Malevy Leons | 6 | 5 | 1 | -7 |
Golden State Defensive and Possession Stats
Will Richard recorded six steals without committing a turnover. Golden State still finished with 19 total turnovers, including one team turnover.
| Player | Steals | Blocks | Turnovers | Fouls |
| Moses Moody | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| Gui Santos | 1 | 1 | 4 | 1 |
| Quinten Post | 0 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Pat Spencer | 1 | 0 | 4 | 1 |
| Brandin Podziemski | 0 | 0 | 3 | 2 |
| Will Richard | 6 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Buddy Hield | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 |
| Gary Payton II | 1 | 0 | 2 | 6 |
| Trayce Jackson-Davis | 2 | 0 | 2 | 3 |
| Malevy Leons | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Full Box Score: Minnesota Timberwolves
Minnesota used twelve players and placed seven players between 14 and 18 points. Randle led the team with 18 points.
Hyland supplied 17 points, seven rebounds, and five assists from the bench. Gobert controlled Minnesota’s rebounding with 17 boards.
Reid recorded the game’s highest plus-minus at plus 30. DiVincenzo led all players with eight assists and made five three-pointers.
Minnesota Shooting Splits
Minnesota shot 45.7 percent overall and 40 percent from three-point range. Eight players converted at least one field goal.
| Player | Minutes | FG | 3PT | FT |
| Jaden McDaniels | 30:24 | 4-9 | 2-4 | 4-4 |
| Julius Randle | 22:50 | 7-15 | 1-6 | 3-3 |
| Rudy Gobert | 34:59 | 5-8 | 0-0 | 5-7 |
| Donte DiVincenzo | 31:22 | 5-10 | 5-9 | 0-0 |
| Mike Conley | 20:35 | 0-4 | 0-4 | 2-2 |
| Naz Reid | 25:10 | 6-12 | 3-7 | 0-0 |
| Bones Hyland | 24:44 | 6-9 | 3-4 | 2-4 |
| Jaylen Clark | 24:43 | 1-3 | 0-0 | 2-2 |
| Joan Beringer | 9:31 | 3-8 | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Rob Dillingham | 5:14 | 0-2 | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Joe Ingles | 5:14 | 0-0 | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Johnny Juzang | 5:14 | 0-1 | 0-1 | 2-4 |
Minnesota Scoring and Playmaking
Minnesota distributed its scoring across the starting lineup and bench. Seven players finished in double figures.
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists | Plus-Minus |
| Jaden McDaniels | 14 | 3 | 3 | +17 |
| Julius Randle | 18 | 7 | 2 | +13 |
| Rudy Gobert | 15 | 17 | 2 | +22 |
| Donte DiVincenzo | 15 | 4 | 8 | +12 |
| Mike Conley | 2 | 2 | 2 | +11 |
| Naz Reid | 15 | 7 | 3 | +30 |
| Bones Hyland | 17 | 7 | 5 | +19 |
| Jaylen Clark | 4 | 3 | 2 | +15 |
| Joan Beringer | 6 | 4 | 0 | -2 |
| Rob Dillingham | 0 | 1 | 1 | -4 |
| Joe Ingles | 0 | 0 | 1 | -4 |
| Johnny Juzang | 2 | 1 | 0 | -4 |
Minnesota Defensive and Possession Stats
Minnesota blocked ten shots across seven players. McDaniels and DiVincenzo recorded three blocks each.
| Player | Steals | Blocks | Turnovers | Fouls |
| Jaden McDaniels | 0 | 3 | 3 | 1 |
| Julius Randle | 1 | 0 | 6 | 2 |
| Rudy Gobert | 1 | 2 | 3 | 1 |
| Donte DiVincenzo | 1 | 3 | 4 | 1 |
| Mike Conley | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Naz Reid | 3 | 1 | 3 | 3 |
| Bones Hyland | 2 | 0 | 1 | 4 |
| Jaylen Clark | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Joan Beringer | 0 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Rob Dillingham | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Joe Ingles | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Johnny Juzang | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Game Leaders and Top Performers
Julius Randle
Randle scored a game-high 18 points while playing 22 minutes and 50 seconds. He made seven of his 15 field-goal attempts.
Randle produced ten points during Minnesota’s decisive second-quarter run. His scoring helped Minnesota turn a one-point game into a substantial halftime lead.
Rudy Gobert
Gobert finished with 15 points, 17 rebounds, two assists, and two blocked shots. He collected three offensive rebounds and 14 defensive rebounds.
His 17 rebounds led every player. Golden State’s highest individual rebound total was Santos’ ten.
Donte DiVincenzo
DiVincenzo recorded 15 points, eight assists, four rebounds, three blocks, and one steal. His eight assists led the game.
He made five three-pointers from nine attempts. Consecutive threes opened the fourth quarter and increased Minnesota’s lead to 24 points.
Bones Hyland
Hyland contributed 17 points, seven rebounds, five assists, and two steals from the bench. He shot six of nine overall.
Hyland helped Minnesota recover during the first quarter. His three transition layups supported the comeback from an eight-point deficit.
Quinten Post
Post led Golden State with 13 points and made three three-pointers. He also collected five rebounds and blocked one shot.
Post scored Golden State’s opening basket during the second quarter. His three-pointer briefly restored a 23-21 Warriors lead.
| Player | Team | Main Statistical Line | Primary Category |
| Julius Randle | Minnesota | 18 PTS, 7 REB | Scoring leader |
| Rudy Gobert | Minnesota | 15 PTS, 17 REB | Rebounding leader |
| Donte DiVincenzo | Minnesota | 15 PTS, 8 AST | Assist leader |
| Bones Hyland | Minnesota | 17 PTS, 7 REB, 5 AST | Bench scoring |
| Quinten Post | Golden State | 13 PTS, 5 REB | Warriors scoring leader |
| Will Richard | Golden State | 6 STL | Steals leader |
Starting Lineups
Both teams changed their normal lineups because of unavailable starters. Spencer started at point guard for Golden State, while Conley started for Minnesota.
| Position | Golden State Warriors | Minnesota Timberwolves |
| Point Guard | Pat Spencer | Mike Conley |
| Shooting Guard | Brandin Podziemski | Donte DiVincenzo |
| Small Forward | Moses Moody | Jaden McDaniels |
| Power Forward | Gui Santos | Julius Randle |
| Center | Quinten Post | Rudy Gobert |
Injury Report
Minnesota played without Edwards, its leading scoring option. His absence moved Conley into the starting lineup and expanded Hyland’s role.
Golden State had seven established rotation players unavailable. Spencer played a team-high 33 minutes, while Post, Santos, and Moody started together.
The official gamebook did not list any remaining questionable players at tip-off. Cryer dressed but did not play because of hamstring tightness.
| Player | Injury | Final Status |
| Anthony Edwards | Right foot injury maintenance | Out |
| Terrence Shannon Jr. | Left foot abductor hallucis strain | Out |
| Jimmy Butler III | Right ACL tear | Out |
| Stephen Curry | Right patellofemoral inflammation | Out |
| Seth Curry | Left sciatic nerve irritation | Out |
| Draymond Green | Left low back soreness | Out |
| Jonathan Kuminga | Left knee bone bruise | Out |
| Al Horford | Left toe injury management | Out |
| De’Anthony Melton | Left knee injury management | Out |
| LJ Cryer | Left hamstring tightness | Did not play |
Season Series and Head-to-Head History
Minnesota won two of the three 2025-26 regular-season meetings. The teams exchanged 26-point victories during their Target Center back-to-back.
Minnesota also defeated Golden State 4-1 during the 2025 Western Conference semifinals. The Timberwolves advanced after winning four consecutive games following their Game 1 defeat.
All 2025-26 Regular-Season Meetings
| Date | Venue | Winner | Score | Series Position |
| December 12, 2025 | Chase Center | Minnesota | 127-120 | Minnesota 1-0 |
| January 25, 2026 | Target Center | Golden State | 111-85 | Tied 1-1 |
| January 26, 2026 | Target Center | Minnesota | 108-83 | Minnesota 2-1 |
Western Conference Standings Context
Minnesota entered seventh in the Western Conference. Golden State started eighth, one position and 1.5 games behind the Timberwolves.
| Team | Pregame Position | Pregame Record | Postgame Record | Postgame Win Rate |
| Minnesota Timberwolves | 7th | 27-19 | 28-19 | .596 |
| Golden State Warriors | 8th | 26-21 | 26-22 | .542 |
Broadcast and Streaming Information
The game received national streaming coverage through Peacock. Minnesota also supplied local radio and digital audio coverage.
Availability for NBA League Pass depended on regional restrictions and subscription conditions.
| Coverage Type | Service | Scheduled Time |
| National Streaming | Peacock | 9:30 p.m. ET |
| Central Time | Peacock | 8:30 p.m. CT |
| Pacific Time | Peacock | 6:30 p.m. PT |
| NBA Digital | NBA League Pass | Regional rules applied |
| Minnesota Radio | KFAN 100.3 FM | Live |
| Minnesota Digital Audio | Wolves App and iHeartRadio | Live |
Conclusion
Minnesota ended its five-game losing streak and moved further above Golden State in the Western Conference race. The response came one night after Golden State controlled the same matchup.
The game changed during Minnesota’s second-quarter run. Better shooting, additional assists, stronger rim protection, and transition scoring maintained the advantage afterward.
Golden State’s shortened rotation created larger roles for Spencer, Post, Santos, and Richard. Minnesota received scoring contributions throughout its available rotation.
Minnesota next travelled to Dallas for its January 28 game. Golden State continued its road trip against Utah on the same date.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who won the Timberwolves versus Golden State Warriors game?
Minnesota defeated Golden State 108-83 on January 26, 2026. The game took place at Target Center in Minneapolis.
Who scored the most points in the game?
Julius Randle led all players with 18 points. He made seven field goals and converted all three free-throw attempts.
Who recorded the most rebounds?
Rudy Gobert led the game with 17 rebounds. His total included three offensive rebounds and 14 defensive rebounds.
Why did Stephen Curry not play?
Curry missed the game because of right patellofemoral inflammation. Golden State started Pat Spencer at point guard instead.
Why did Anthony Edwards miss the game?
Edwards was unavailable because of right foot injury maintenance. Minnesota started Mike Conley alongside Donte DiVincenzo in the backcourt.
Which team shot better from the field?
Minnesota shot 45.7 percent from the field. Golden State made 34.7 percent of its field-goal attempts.
Who won the 2025-26 regular-season series?
Minnesota won the season series 2-1. The Timberwolves earned one victory at Chase Center and another at Target Center.
