The Timberwolves have widened their edge every quarter, but Utah’s leaders are keeping the scoring pressure on.
Minnesota leads Utah 90-78 through three quarters, extending its advantage from 28-25 after the first to a 12-point cushion. The Timberwolves have outscored the Jazz in every period, including 33-27 in the third. LaMelo Ball has 19 points for Minnesota, while Utah’s Darryn Peterson has 20 and Keyonte George has 19 points and eight assists. The No. 3 Timberwolves (7-3) are ahead of No. 29 Utah (1-8), which has scored at least 25 points in each quarter.
Key Performers
Darryn Peterson, Utah: 20 points, 5 rebounds, 4 threes LaMelo Ball, Minnesota: 19 points, 4 assists Keyonte George, Utah: 19 points, 8 assists, 5 rebounds