Timberwolves Aim to Close Out Warriors 2-1 Series at Chase Center Before Curry's Return

The Minnesota Timberwolves lead the Golden State Warriors 2-1 in their Western Conference semifinals series as they head into Game 4 at Chase Center in San Francisco. Minnesota's strategy is to end the series swiftly before the possible return of Warriors' star Stephen Curry, who has been out with a hamstring injury since Game 1.

Anthony Edwards of the Timberwolves has been a standout performer, scoring 69 points in the second halves of the series, while Jimmy Butler's presence on the court has been vital for the Warriors, with Golden State outscoring Minnesota by 10 points during his 118 minutes played. Draymond Green's defensive impact remains essential for the Warriors, though he fouled out in Game 3. Jaden McDaniels has also been a key contributor for the Timberwolves, averaging 14.3 points and leading the starters in defensive efficiency.

Game 4 is set to begin at 7 p.m. PT and will be televised on ESPN. The Timberwolves are favored by 5.5 points, with the over/under set at 199.5 points. The result of this game could affect the timing of Curry's return, with speculation suggesting he might play if the series goes longer, especially after his encouraging workout before Game 3. Julius Randle recorded the first triple-double of his playoff career in Game 3, contributing 24 points, 10 rebounds, and 12 assists.