Blazers 48, Timberwolves 52: Play-by-play, highlights and reactions
The Portland Trail Blazers (19-17) play against the Minnesota Timberwolves (21-21) at Target Center
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Game Time: 8:00 PM EST on Wednesday January 4, 2023
Portland Trail Blazers 48, Minnesota Timberwolves 52 (Q2 02:01)
What’s the buzz on Twitter?
Minnesota Timberwolves @Timberwolves
Luka is LITERALLY perfect rn.
5-5 FG / 1-1 3PT / 2-2 FT pic.twitter.com/JfZV3ITrmW – 9:02 PM
Luka is LITERALLY perfect rn.
5-5 FG / 1-1 3PT / 2-2 FT pic.twitter.com/JfZV3ITrmW – 9:02 PM
Minnesota Timberwolves @Timberwolves
ANTHONY 3DWARDS.
VOTE » https://t.co/STmYnhFome pic.twitter.com/R5fQSEv828 – 8:59 PM
ANTHONY 3DWARDS.
VOTE » https://t.co/STmYnhFome pic.twitter.com/R5fQSEv828 – 8:59 PM
Portland Trail Blazers @trailblazers
Jerami with 20 (and counting)
VOTE GRANT: https://t.co/NHc7yDtVbR pic.twitter.com/W0G1i4j8lT – 8:56 PM
Jerami with 20 (and counting)
VOTE GRANT: https://t.co/NHc7yDtVbR pic.twitter.com/W0G1i4j8lT – 8:56 PM
Jon Krawczynski @JonKrawczynski
Wolves are feasting off turnovers. 17 pts on 9 PDX mistakes. Essential for them because Portland is going to start hitting 3s. Grant with 3 of em in the 2nd – 8:54 PM
Wolves are feasting off turnovers. 17 pts on 9 PDX mistakes. Essential for them because Portland is going to start hitting 3s. Grant with 3 of em in the 2nd – 8:54 PM
Portland Trail Blazers @trailblazers
There goes that man
VOTE GRANT: https://t.co/NHc7yDtVbR pic.twitter.com/SRbjRV8zJN – 8:53 PM
There goes that man
VOTE GRANT: https://t.co/NHc7yDtVbR pic.twitter.com/SRbjRV8zJN – 8:53 PM
Minnesota Timberwolves @Timberwolves
make way for THE TOWER OF POWER. 💪
» https://t.co/z1SUydWpml
@WickedKitchenWW Wicked Play of the Game pic.twitter.com/zTyM17aOYe – 8:52 PM
make way for THE TOWER OF POWER. 💪
» https://t.co/z1SUydWpml@WickedKitchenWW Wicked Play of the Game pic.twitter.com/zTyM17aOYe – 8:52 PM
Orlando Magic @OrlandoMagic
*lil wayne light flicker sound*
14 PTS in 13 MIN for @Terrence Ross 🔥 pic.twitter.com/VAeXfcygo2 – 8:51 PM
*lil wayne light flicker sound*
14 PTS in 13 MIN for @Terrence Ross 🔥 pic.twitter.com/VAeXfcygo2 – 8:51 PM
Casey Holdahl @CHold
Jerami Grant and a 38-second burst from Shaedon Sharpe and Keon Johnson at the end of the first quarter are the only reasons the Blazers aren’t down by 20 with 7:40 to play in the first half. – 8:49 PM
Jerami Grant and a 38-second burst from Shaedon Sharpe and Keon Johnson at the end of the first quarter are the only reasons the Blazers aren’t down by 20 with 7:40 to play in the first half. – 8:49 PM
Sean Highkin @highkin
This is the Blazers’ worst turnover game of the season which is impressive. – 8:49 PM
This is the Blazers’ worst turnover game of the season which is impressive. – 8:49 PM
Casey Holdahl @CHold
Blazers now with 7 turnovers, not many of them forced,
for 13 Timberwolves points – 8:46 PM
Blazers now with 7 turnovers, not many of them forced,
for 13 Timberwolves points – 8:46 PM
Jon Krawczynski @JonKrawczynski
Couple good hustle plays from D’Angelo Russell on both ends – 8:45 PM
Couple good hustle plays from D’Angelo Russell on both ends – 8:45 PM
Portland Trail Blazers @trailblazers
Shae Shae to close the quarter 😎
#RipCity pic.twitter.com/B7AbLmzS6k – 8:44 PM
Shae Shae to close the quarter 😎
#RipCity pic.twitter.com/B7AbLmzS6k – 8:44 PM
Minnesota Timberwolves @Timberwolves
Luka Garza did his thing in the first Q:
11 PTS / 1 REB / 100% FG / 5 MIN pic.twitter.com/StmmbLATBH – 8:43 PM
Luka Garza did his thing in the first Q:
11 PTS / 1 REB / 100% FG / 5 MIN pic.twitter.com/StmmbLATBH – 8:43 PM
Minnesota Timberwolves PR @Twolves_PR
At the end of the first quarter, the @Minnesota Timberwolves lead 29-24.
Garza leads the way with a game-high 11 points on 4-4 shooting, tying his career-high for points in any quarter (4Q, at Philadelphia on 4/10/22).
Edwards has a game-high 4 rebounds to go along with his 5 points. – 8:41 PM
At the end of the first quarter, the @Minnesota Timberwolves lead 29-24.
Garza leads the way with a game-high 11 points on 4-4 shooting, tying his career-high for points in any quarter (4Q, at Philadelphia on 4/10/22).
Edwards has a game-high 4 rebounds to go along with his 5 points. – 8:41 PM
Dane Moore @DaneMooreNBA
Luka Garza 4/4 from the field, 11 points, in 6 first quarter minutes – 8:41 PM
Luka Garza 4/4 from the field, 11 points, in 6 first quarter minutes – 8:41 PM
Dane Moore @DaneMooreNBA
Wow, absolutely butchered final 5 seconds of that quarter.
Challenge that, it gets overturned (saves two points) and then there isn’t a sideline inbound which DLo threw directly to the other team for a 3 (saves three points). – 8:40 PM
Wow, absolutely butchered final 5 seconds of that quarter.
Challenge that, it gets overturned (saves two points) and then there isn’t a sideline inbound which DLo threw directly to the other team for a 3 (saves three points). – 8:40 PM
Casey Holdahl @CHold
Timberwolves 29, Blazers 24: end of first quarter. 7 points, 2 steals, 1 rebound/assist for @Jerami Grant. 7 points, 1 steal for @Shaedon Sharpe. POR shooting 44 percent, MIN 50 percent. – 8:40 PM
Timberwolves 29, Blazers 24: end of first quarter. 7 points, 2 steals, 1 rebound/assist for @Jerami Grant. 7 points, 1 steal for @Shaedon Sharpe. POR shooting 44 percent, MIN 50 percent. – 8:40 PM
Sean Highkin @highkin
Shaedon Sharpe hitting two (2) free throws in a row counts as a highlight-reel play the way this is going so far. – 8:35 PM
Shaedon Sharpe hitting two (2) free throws in a row counts as a highlight-reel play the way this is going so far. – 8:35 PM
Christopher Hine @ChristopherHine
Luka Garza has 9 times the points of Damian Lillard in this game. – 8:34 PM
Luka Garza has 9 times the points of Damian Lillard in this game. – 8:34 PM
Minnesota Timberwolves @Timberwolves
that’s tough, @Luke Garza. 💪 pic.twitter.com/Gu1iDmzoPU – 8:31 PM
that’s tough, @Luke Garza. 💪 pic.twitter.com/Gu1iDmzoPU – 8:31 PM
Casey Holdahl @CHold
Timberwolves on an 11-1 run to take a 22-12 lead with 2:28 to play in the first quarter. Not a great start to the trip for the visitors. – 8:29 PM
Timberwolves on an 11-1 run to take a 22-12 lead with 2:28 to play in the first quarter. Not a great start to the trip for the visitors. – 8:29 PM
Christopher Hine @ChristopherHine
After saying he was shooting like “ass” from three-point range, Jaylen Nowell cans his first one of the night tonight. Wolves lead 22-12 early. – 8:29 PM
After saying he was shooting like “ass” from three-point range, Jaylen Nowell cans his first one of the night tonight. Wolves lead 22-12 early. – 8:29 PM
Sean Highkin @highkin
Luka Garza working on a revenge game against the Blazers after his Summer League title run. – 8:24 PM
Luka Garza working on a revenge game against the Blazers after his Summer League title run. – 8:24 PM
Portland Trail Blazers @trailblazers
On the attack 💥
VOTE ANT: https://t.co/Rn0kotnCMT pic.twitter.com/CBe7hST7NG – 8:20 PM
On the attack 💥
VOTE ANT: https://t.co/Rn0kotnCMT pic.twitter.com/CBe7hST7NG – 8:20 PM
Christopher Hine @ChristopherHine
Russell with two assists in the first stinit of the night. Wolves with 0 turnovers to Portland’s 3 in the early going. – 8:19 PM
Russell with two assists in the first stinit of the night. Wolves with 0 turnovers to Portland’s 3 in the early going. – 8:19 PM
Minnesota Timberwolves @Timberwolves
A1 gettin’ us going.
🌟 » https://t.co/STmYnhFome pic.twitter.com/o5UKR886os – 8:16 PM
A1 gettin’ us going.
🌟 » https://t.co/STmYnhFome pic.twitter.com/o5UKR886os – 8:16 PM
Dane Moore @DaneMooreNBA
Anthony Edwards is calling for a sub 10 seconds into the game after seeming to aggravate his hip when grabbing the jump ball. – 8:11 PM
Anthony Edwards is calling for a sub 10 seconds into the game after seeming to aggravate his hip when grabbing the jump ball. – 8:11 PM
Sean Highkin @highkin
Drew Eubanks walked back the 21 Savage comments in his pregame interview with @brookeolzendam. Said the concert was only bad because he was standing for a long time. – 8:09 PM
Drew Eubanks walked back the 21 Savage comments in his pregame interview with @brookeolzendam. Said the concert was only bad because he was standing for a long time. – 8:09 PM
Minnesota Timberwolves @Timberwolves
sheeeeeesh, @Nathan Knight 😳 pic.twitter.com/jl5fBFFiJP – 8:00 PM
sheeeeeesh, @Nathan Knight 😳 pic.twitter.com/jl5fBFFiJP – 8:00 PM
Portland Trail Blazers @trailblazers
Calm before the storm 🧘
#RipCity pic.twitter.com/sgEBruTVts – 7:45 PM
Calm before the storm 🧘
#RipCity pic.twitter.com/sgEBruTVts – 7:45 PM
Minnesota Timberwolves @Timberwolves
Tonight’s @MayoClinic Status Report:
Bryn Forbes (Right Shoulder Soreness), Jordan McLaughlin (Left Calf Strain), Naz Reid (Back Spasms), and Karl-Anthony Towns (Right Calf Strain) are OUT vs. Portland. pic.twitter.com/fPuFAHFujI – 7:33 PM
Tonight’s @MayoClinic Status Report:
Bryn Forbes (Right Shoulder Soreness), Jordan McLaughlin (Left Calf Strain), Naz Reid (Back Spasms), and Karl-Anthony Towns (Right Calf Strain) are OUT vs. Portland. pic.twitter.com/fPuFAHFujI – 7:33 PM
Jon Krawczynski @JonKrawczynski
“All leaders have one thing in common. People follow them.”
With injuries and losses mounting, the Timberwolves have been pushing Anthony Edwards to take control.
theathletic.com/wp/wp-admin/po… – 7:18 PM
“All leaders have one thing in common. People follow them.”
With injuries and losses mounting, the Timberwolves have been pushing Anthony Edwards to take control.
theathletic.com/wp/wp-admin/po… – 7:18 PM
Portland Trail Blazers @trailblazers
🏀 #RipCity vs. @Minnesota Timberwolves
5:00PM PT
📺 @ROOTSPORTS_NW
📻 @RipCityRadio620 pic.twitter.com/YRJEs592UI – 7:16 PM
🏀 #RipCity vs. @Minnesota Timberwolves
5:00PM PT📺 @ROOTSPORTS_NW
📻 @RipCityRadio620 pic.twitter.com/YRJEs592UI – 7:16 PM
Christopher Hine @ChristopherHine
Chris Finch confirmed Taurean Prince is in tonight. No minutes restriction, will see how he feels out there. – 6:19 PM
Chris Finch confirmed Taurean Prince is in tonight. No minutes restriction, will see how he feels out there. – 6:19 PM
Bill Simmons @BillSimmons
My Weekly Wednesday SGP travels to Minnesota for Blazers-Wolves — where Dame Time (30+ pts, 3+ threes, Portland wins) is running +230 as a parlay on @FDSportsbook. pic.twitter.com/wrtib8KR0Q – 6:11 PM
My Weekly Wednesday SGP travels to Minnesota for Blazers-Wolves — where Dame Time (30+ pts, 3+ threes, Portland wins) is running +230 as a parlay on @FDSportsbook. pic.twitter.com/wrtib8KR0Q – 6:11 PM
Minnesota Timberwolves @Timberwolves
snowy weather, fire fits. 🔥 pic.twitter.com/SUbccHS4fI – 6:06 PM
snowy weather, fire fits. 🔥 pic.twitter.com/SUbccHS4fI – 6:06 PM
Golden State Warriors @warriors
Most games with 10+ threes in NBA history:
22 – Stephen Curry
7 – Klay Thompson
3 – James Harden, Damian Lillard, J.R. Smith – 6:03 PM
Most games with 10+ threes in NBA history:
22 – Stephen Curry
7 – Klay Thompson
3 – James Harden, Damian Lillard, J.R. Smith – 6:03 PM
Dane Moore @DaneMooreNBA
Anthony Edwards has 41 steals in the 17 games since Karl-Anthony Towns got hurt.
Edwards has stolen the ball on 2.7% of opposing team plays. No wing in the NBA, according to @Ben Falk, has a higher steal rate over that time. – 5:50 PM
Anthony Edwards has 41 steals in the 17 games since Karl-Anthony Towns got hurt.
Edwards has stolen the ball on 2.7% of opposing team plays. No wing in the NBA, according to @Ben Falk, has a higher steal rate over that time. – 5:50 PM
Minnesota Timberwolves @Timberwolves
that shirt goes so hardddd.
🌟 » https://t.co/STmYnhEQwG pic.twitter.com/ZcvDeMxeKL – 5:48 PM
that shirt goes so hardddd.
🌟 » https://t.co/STmYnhEQwG pic.twitter.com/ZcvDeMxeKL – 5:48 PM
Adam Wexler @AdamJWexler
#Texans / Colts injury report (Texans held a walk-thru today, so this is only an estimation of participation). Colts Nick Foles has already been ruled out, with Sam Ehlinger starting and Matt Ryan as the backup. pic.twitter.com/yKLTYdgTJV – 5:46 PM
#Texans / Colts injury report (Texans held a walk-thru today, so this is only an estimation of participation). Colts Nick Foles has already been ruled out, with Sam Ehlinger starting and Matt Ryan as the backup. pic.twitter.com/yKLTYdgTJV – 5:46 PM
Minnesota Timberwolves PR @Twolves_PR
Tonight’s Media Meal vs. Portland:
Salad Bar
Chili Verde Avocado Arroz Con Pollo
Pan Seared Whitefish with Tomatillo Salsa
Grilled Zucchini and Squash with Pepita
Cumin and Coriander Roasted Potatoes
Cheesy Tortilla Soup
Postgame Pizza – 4:57 PM
Tonight’s Media Meal vs. Portland:
Salad Bar
Chili Verde Avocado Arroz Con Pollo
Pan Seared Whitefish with Tomatillo Salsa
Grilled Zucchini and Squash with Pepita
Cumin and Coriander Roasted Potatoes
Cheesy Tortilla Soup
Postgame Pizza – 4:57 PM
Jon Krawczynski @JonKrawczynski
Love hearing Arne Carlson spitting hot fire with @DanBarreiroKFAN and @ChadHartmanShow on the sheer insanity of executive compensation at universities like Minnesota and the lack of consideration for financial stress on students – 4:50 PM
Love hearing Arne Carlson spitting hot fire with @DanBarreiroKFAN and @ChadHartmanShow on the sheer insanity of executive compensation at universities like Minnesota and the lack of consideration for financial stress on students – 4:50 PM
Minnesota Timberwolves @Timberwolves
bring that energy again, @TargetCenterMN!
🎟 » https://t.co/EoAh1PAAjB pic.twitter.com/T3tX4g5ulI – 4:35 PM
bring that energy again, @TargetCenterMN!
🎟 » https://t.co/EoAh1PAAjB pic.twitter.com/T3tX4g5ulI – 4:35 PM
Christopher Hine @ChristopherHine
With Timberwolves Pride Night happening tonight, Anthony Edwards will be making a donation to QUEERSPACE collective (.@QUEERSPACE_C), a local organization dedicated to serving LGBTQ+ youth. – 3:25 PM
With Timberwolves Pride Night happening tonight, Anthony Edwards will be making a donation to QUEERSPACE collective (.@QUEERSPACE_C), a local organization dedicated to serving LGBTQ+ youth. – 3:25 PM
Adrian Wojnarowski @wojespn
Minnesota Timberwolves F Taurean Prince (shoulder) is planning to make his return vs. the Portland Trail Blazers tonight, sources tell ESPN. Prince, sidelined since Nov. 23, has averaged 7.7 points in 20 minutes per game this season. – 3:25 PM
Minnesota Timberwolves F Taurean Prince (shoulder) is planning to make his return vs. the Portland Trail Blazers tonight, sources tell ESPN. Prince, sidelined since Nov. 23, has averaged 7.7 points in 20 minutes per game this season. – 3:25 PM