In a significant NBA matchup, the Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the Los Angeles Lakers with a score of 127-117, reclaiming the top spot in the Western Conference despite the absence of key players from both teams. Naz Reid led the Timberwolves with an impressive performance, scoring 31 points, grabbing 11 rebounds, and making 6 out of 8 three-point attempts. Anthony Edwards also contributed significantly with 26 points, 8 assists, and only 1 turnover, while Rudy Gobert added 18 points and 16 rebounds to the victory. Nickeil Alexander-Walker contributed 15 points. The Lakers were without their stars LeBron James and Anthony Davis, which impacted their performance. On another front, Jalen Brunson's outstanding play continued as he scored 45 points in the Knicks' 128-117 victory over the Chicago Bulls, solidifying their position as third in the Eastern Conference with a 47-32 record. Brunson's performance, including 13-24 field goals, 7-12 three-pointers, and 12-12 free throws, along with contributions from Anunoby (24 points), DiVincenzo (21 points, 4 rebounds, 6 assists), Hart (17 points, 13 rebounds, 7 assists), and Hartenstein (11 points, 4 rebounds, 6 assists, 3 blocks), has sparked discussions about his MVP candidacy.
Another masterpiece from Jalen Brunson! 45 pts and Knicks defeat Bulls 128-117 (via @NBA) https://t.co/uRZbSq3XwN
SGA steps through the defense and sinks the CLUTCH jumper down the stretch! SAC-OKC | Live on the NBA App 📲 https://t.co/Fb5qLNmxWQ https://t.co/cwZdqt9mTo
Final: Knicks 128, Bulls 117. Knicks improve to 47-32, third in the East. • Brunson 45-3-8, 13-24 FGs, 7-12 3Ps, 12-12 FTs • Anunoby 24 & 3 • DiVincenzo 21-4-6 • Hart 17-13-7 • Hartenstein 11-4-6, 3 blks
MIN 130, WAS 121 Wasn't always pretty, but the Wolves got it done to set up a HUGE game tomorrow night in Denver. Edwards: 51p, 7a, 38mins Gobert: 19p, 16r, 38 mins Alexander-Walker: 23p Conley: 15p (all 5 3s in the second half)
MAKE THAT 51 PTS FOR ANT! 🔥 A NEW CAREER-HIGH 👏 https://t.co/ixB0QvpCRq https://t.co/kfKnrfWAww
With the Knicks' win and the Magic's loss, the Knicks clinch at least the No. 3 seed in the East, meaning they would avoid Boston in the 2nd round https://t.co/U2SlTr74Lz
ANT LAYS IT IN FOR 49 PTS! 👀 Wizards-Wolves | Live on the NBA App 📲 https://t.co/RKta9AvXV4 https://t.co/IVKnMzIRma
ANT'S UP 49 PTS! 👀 Wizards-Wolves | Live on the NBA App 📲 https://t.co/RKta9AvXV4 https://t.co/ajeCNHdOvE
Jalen Brunson hits his 7th triple for 45 PTS to extend the Knicks' lead in the 4th quarter! NYK-CHI | Live on the NBA App 📲 https://t.co/TQR1EKs7zo https://t.co/mKw8OF4Yqm
Jalen Brunson with a casual 45 points on 24 shots with Alex Caruso guarding him most of the night
Another 3⃣! Brunson up to 40 PTS 🔥 https://t.co/1vSKbi6zQv https://t.co/N1fnzrOpgm
Jalen Brunson is a PROBLEM 💯 He's got 40 points and counting midway through the 4th of Bulls-Knicks. https://t.co/hILwINUDnF
Jalen Brunson is on his 10th 40-point game this year for the Knicks It's his second set of back-to-back 40-games this year https://t.co/fQraHnIDvu
JALEN BRUNSON IS A PROBLEM 🔥🔥 40 points and counting https://t.co/1nn4kNiTd3
Jalen Brunson lets it fly from deep for 37 PTS in Chicago! NYK-CHI | Live on the NBA App 📲 https://t.co/TQR1EKs7zo https://t.co/J86jffSQPf
Jalen Brunson is the best player in NBA History
"I think there's a legitimate buzz about him [Jalen Brunson] maybe creeping into the top 5 of the MVP voting." JJ Redick discusses Brunson's outstanding performances for the Knicks this season 🗣 (via @OldManAndThree) https://t.co/OxuQA5OriG
Jalen Brunson has been a Top 10-12 player in the NBA this season. Watch the full episode of The Old Man and the Three Things with @jj_redick, @NekiasNBA, and @stevejones20: https://t.co/NaqhyLUwsr https://t.co/nqI8Nj3pPG
Knicks' Jalen Brunson worthy of MVP consideration https://t.co/aFmn8h9Hkw via @stevepopper
Jalen Brunson for MVP? The Knicks star is worthy of consideration | @StevePopper https://t.co/xRQkyu8Hoz
Knicks' Jalen Brunson worthy of MVP consideration https://t.co/FvBlmMOyF4 via @Newsday
Kyrie Irving has 7 games with 40+ PTS in the last 2 seasons. Jalen Brunson has 8 games with 40+ PTS since Thanksgiving. https://t.co/ceuLIDysLt https://t.co/0ukmQS2gD6
🏀 Is Jalen Brunson already the second-best Knicks point guard ever ⁉️ @DHenryTV and I discuss on a new New York Got Game 👀 WATCH in Full: https://t.co/5S3ctf53Hu @NYPostSports @NYPost @SNYTV https://t.co/V5M0wUTZKF
Is Jalen Brunson the best #Knicks floor general since Clyde? On this week’s edition of New York Got Game, @BryanFonsecaNY and @DHenryTV discuss the ‘Bockers point guard’s spot amongst the all-time #Knicks greats #NewYorkForever Watch now ➡️ https://t.co/jHMH8Cq4kv https://t.co/M4KUpoGweP
The story of the Knicks’ win in Milwaukee could have been about Jalen Brunson. But it was the hustle plays that stole the show in a comeback against the Bucks. @FredKatz on a game New York couldn't afford to lose ⤵️ https://t.co/eiOnbGgdYB https://t.co/HppfL25Gbi
🏀 Jalen Brunson is a serious MVP candidate It’s hard to find five players having a better season than Brunson. @krisplashed https://t.co/9oBGBRHXon
On this week's episode of New York Got Game, @BryanFonsecaNY joins @DHenryTV to dive into how Jalen Brunson has put together an All-NBA caliber season for the #Knicks #NewYorkForever Watch the full show ➡️ https://t.co/drNTrztGQI https://t.co/jz7O8Wp8vT
Over the Knicks last six games, Jalen Brunson is averaging: 37.3 points and 8.8 assists Over the Knicks last 13 games, Jalen Brunson is averaging: 34.0 points and 7.4 assists #A1
Reid Gets 31, Timberwolves Jump on Lakers 127-117 in the Absence of LeBron James, Anthony Davis https://t.co/Nob69nXeMk
Reid, Edwards shine as Timberwolves defeat Lakers #LosAngelesLakers #MinnesotaTimberwolves #NazReid https://t.co/kj9bmlga0w
Jalen Brunson drops 43 points as Knicks extend Bucks’ losing streak #JalenBrunson #MilwaukeeBucks #NewYorkKnicks https://t.co/ZTof1Wapiz
Reid gets 31, Timberwolves jump on Lakers 127-117 in the absence of LeBron James, Anthony Davis https://t.co/uMVy0yAvB9
Naz Reid and Ant Edwards lead the way as the Timberwolves get the W and take back the top spot in the West! 🐺📈 Reid: 31 PTS (12-16 FGM), 6 3PM, 11 REB Edwards: 26 PTS, 8 AST https://t.co/AovFeE7hTn
Naz Reid put on a monster performance to help the Wolves get the W in L.A. 💪 https://t.co/Vyi3ViI4Jq
The @Timberwolves pick up a big time #CenterCourt win 🐺 Reid: 31 PTS | 11 REB Edwards: 26 PTS | 8 AST Gobert: 18 PTS | 16 REB https://t.co/Wctw9U14lE
MIN 127, LAL 117 Nice bounceback for the Wolves after that ugly one in Phoenix. Lakers got the Wolves w/o KAT and Gobert, now Wolves get Lakers w/o LeBron and AD. 1st place in the West Reid: 31p, 11r, 6-8 3s Edwards: 26p, 8a, 1 TO Gobert: 18p, 16r NAW: 15p