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Timberwolves Fall 113-101 Against Phoenix - Game Recap

Phoenix got 20 points from Chris Paul en route to a 113-101 victory over Minnesota on Friday at PHX Arena.

Bettors who backed the Suns were also rewarded, as they covered the closing number as a favorite of -10.5 at sportsbooks. Over-Under bettors saw the total score go UNDER the closing total of 233.0.

Phoenix got 17 points from Mikal Bridges and another 16 points from Devin Booker. Chris Paul contributed 9 assists, while Devin Booker cleaned the glass with 7 rebounds.

The Timberwolves got a 24-point performance from Karl-Anthony Towns, who was supported by 21 points from Ricky Rubio. Ricky Rubio had 10 assists in a losing cause for Minnesota, while Anthony Edwards grabbed 10 rebounds.

First-half bettors who backed Phoenix were victorious, as the score was 64-54 at the break.

Phoenix won the battle of the boards, outrebounding their counterparts 40-39.

Next game, Phoenix takes its act home to face Los Angeles looking for another win. For Minnesota, they head home to face Oklahoma City.