Anthony Edwards shuts down the Thunder in the last minute!

The first quarter was marked by the intensity of both teams, but especially the exclusion of Chris Finch. The Wolves manager explodes after action in which Anthony Edwards, who returned after a two-week absence, was not whistled. With the support of his assistants, the technician is already heading to the dressing room. The Thunder remain steadfast, relying on the duo of Jalen Williams – Shai Gilgeous-Alexander (23-33).

The rest is more painful for Oklahoma City’s offense, which is slipping enormously with several possessions in a row without a basket. Minnesota took advantage of the opportunity for a 15-4 run, but the defending champions were still ahead (48-51) at the break. Donte DiVincenzo’s game-winning baskets early in the third quarter didn’t change anything, especially when the Thunder went on a 16-3 run. Rudy Gobert and his gang put in a lot of effort, but the Thunder stay strong and don’t let go (83-85).

Another offensive breakdown for “SGA” and company at the start of the final quarter, with Minnesota’s defense showing its muscle. But MVP 2025 breaks it down with a few baskets in a row.

He scored an important three-pointer two minutes from time to give the reigning champions a three-point lead. But Anthony Edwards will ultimately have the last word.

First behind the arc, 37 seconds from the end, then immediately countering the Canadian. Finally, on the last possession, he made a great save and pushed Shai Gilgeous-Alexander for a turnover. The Wolves won 112-107 to hand Oklahoma City their third loss of the season.

WHAT TO REMEMBER

– What a comeback from Anthony Edwards! For his first game since December 8th, the All-Star did not disappoint with 26 points, 12 rebounds, 3 steals and 2 blocks. His decisive actions in the last 40 seconds will obviously remain. First his award-winning shot, then his two successful saves against the 2025 MVP.

– Bad shots by Thunder. Marc Daigneault’s men were far from a perfect match. They experienced breakdowns in the attack, which lasted for several minutes and despite the efforts of the opponents, they were not far from winning this match. Wolves, for their part, never gave up even though they could have given up when they noticed that, even less well, this team is very solid and can hold on to the lead for a while longer. It took the mental strength and talent of Anthony Edwards to overcome the final hurdle.

– Shai Giljus-Alexander’s 99th straight 20-point game. The author of 35 points, he was not far from being the hero of the Thunder once again. His team was less than good early in the fourth quarter and made baskets to allow him to hope to take this matchup in Minnesota. As always in 99 games, he scored 20 points, but “Ant” took the best in the last minute.

https://vvv.youtube.com/vatch?v=npTKSnl1NsBK

How to read statistics? Min = Minute; Shots = Shots Successful / Shots Attempted; 3 points = 3 points / 3 points in an attempt; LF = free throws made / free throws attempted; O = offensive rebound; D=defensive jump; T = Total number of jumps; Pd = assists; Fte: Personal mistakes; Int = intercepts; Bp = lost balls; Ct: Against; +/- = Difference of points when the player is on the field; Points = Points; Rating: player rating calculated based on positive actions – negative actions.