nba Game Recap
Recap - Timberwolves Defeat Brooklyn 122-115
The Timberwolves grabbed a 122-115 win over the Nets on Monday, behind a 24-point effort from Shabazz Napier at Target Center.
Bettors who backed the Timberwolves were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as an underdog of +4.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go OVER the closing total of 216.0.
Minnesota got 21 points from Jarrett Culver and another 15 points from Keita Bates-Diop. Shabazz Napier contributed 8 assists, while Gorgui Dieng cleaned the glass with 20 rebounds.
Brooklyn got 36 points from Spencer Dinwiddie in a losing cause and another 19 points from Joe Harris. Spencer Dinwiddie contributed 8 assists for the Nets, while Taurean Prince had 14 rebounds.
The Timberwolves hit the break losing 50-49 before taking care of business in the second half.
Minnesota had a 60-58 advantage in the rebounding department as they won the battle in the paint.
Minnesota heads into a battle against the Bucks. Brooklyn, meanwhile, will have their next action against Dallas.