Warriors 119-114 Timberwolves: Curry closes out Minnesota in a thriller

Stephen Curry scored 34 points and the Golden State Warriors held off the Minnesota Timberwolves 119-114 at Target Center on October 29, 2026. In a game that stayed tight from start to finish, Curry’s late shot-making and Golden State’s veteran poise made the difference in the final two minutes.

The Warriors improved to 3-2 with the road win, while Minnesota fell to 3-2 after a hard-fought loss. Anthony Edwards delivered a spectacular 36-point performance for the Timberwolves, but Golden State’s ability to execute down the stretch proved decisive.

Match overview

Neither team led by more than eight points at any stage, and the game featured 12 ties and 15 lead changes. Golden State shot 50% from the field and survived 18 turnovers thanks to timely three-point shooting and a strong third-quarter stretch. Minnesota controlled the offensive glass but struggled from beyond the arc, finishing 9-of-32 from deep.

• Q1: Warriors 28, Timberwolves 26
• Q2: Warriors 30, Timberwolves 29
• Q3: Timberwolves 30, Warriors 29
• Q4: Warriors 32, Timberwolves 29
• Final: Warriors 119, Timberwolves 114

Key moments

Minnesota took a 108-104 lead with 3:20 remaining after Edwards converted a difficult step-back jumper, but Golden State answered with a 9-2 run. Curry hit a deep three off a screen, Jimmy Butler drew a foul in transition, and Draymond Green forced a turnover that led to a Jonathan Kuminga dunk.

The Timberwolves had a chance to tie in the final 20 seconds, but Curry stripped the ball from Edwards on a drive and calmly made two free throws at the other end. Minnesota’s last possession ended with a contested three that rimmed out, sealing Golden State’s fifth straight competitive game decided in the final five minutes.

Tactical story

Golden State’s half-court execution was the difference. The Warriors generated 28 assists and shot 16-of-39 from three, with Curry drawing constant attention and creating open looks for others. Butler finished with 23 points, Kuminga added 18, and Green contributed eight points, nine rebounds, and eight assists while anchoring the defense.

Minnesota won the rebounding battle 51-44 and scored 52 points in the paint, but the Timberwolves’ perimeter shooting deserted them in key moments. Edwards scored 36 on 13-of-25 shooting and Julius Randle added 24, while Rudy Gobert finished with 12 points and 16 rebounds. Minnesota’s bench, however, managed just 14 points, and the Timberwolves were outscored 15-6 in fast-break points.

Standout performers and season impact

Curry’s 34-point night included six three-pointers and several possessions that shifted Minnesota’s defense out of shape. The Warriors also got timely contributions from Butler and Kuminga, a sign that their supporting cast is growing more comfortable in late-game situations.

The result gives Golden State a valuable road win in the Western Conference standings and another example of its ability to close tight games. For Minnesota, the loss is a frustrating one because the Timberwolves controlled long stretches with their size and physicality. Converting a few more open threes or getting one extra stop in the final three minutes would have changed the outcome. Instead, Golden State leaves with a hard-earned victory and renewed confidence.