Timberwolves Miss All 15 Threes, Post 67.4 Offensive Rating, Trail Warriors 80-60 at Third Quarter in Game 1

In Game 1 of the 2025 NBA Conference Semifinals, the Minnesota Timberwolves struggled offensively, particularly from beyond the three-point line. The team started the game 0-for-11 on three-point attempts and finished the first half 0-for-15, missing all 15 three-point shots without any being close to going in. By halftime, the Timberwolves had scored only 31 points, marking one of the lowest first-half scores of the season and the lowest halftime score in a playoff game since 2014. Their field goal percentage stood at 32%, and their offensive rating was 67.4 at halftime. The Golden State Warriors led 44-31 at the half and extended their lead to 80-60 by the end of the third quarter. Historically, teams leading by more than 18 points after three quarters in playoff games have never lost, underscoring the Warriors' dominant position in this matchup.