Minnesota flipped a three-point first-quarter deficit into a 57-51 lead, but Karlo Matkovic's hot hand has New Orleans in striking distance.
New Orleans opened with a 30-27 first-quarter edge, but Minnesota answered with a 30-21 second to take a 57-51 halftime lead. Karlo Matkovic has 16 points, including 4-for-7 from three, while Ayo Dosunmu has 12 for Minnesota. The Timberwolves entered 6-3 and seventh in the power index; the 4-4 Pelicans are 14th. After the break, watch whether New Orleans can slow Minnesota's reversal and keep Matkovic's shooting pressure on the Timberwolves.
Key Performers
Karlo Matkovic (NOP): 16 points, 4-for-7 from three Ayo Dosunmu (MIN): 12 points, 4-for-7 shooting Jaden McDaniels (MIN): 11 points, 4 assists