Timberwolves squander late lead, Suns win 114-113 narrowly
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Phoenix, the Suns rallied to defeat the Minnesota Timberwolves 114-113 Friday night after Collin Gillespie hit a go-ahead field goal with 6.4 seconds remaining. The Wolves had led by eight with 50 seconds left but committed turnovers and missed free throws, including two by Anthony Edwards with 12.7 seconds remaining; Julius Randle missed a potential game-winning three at the buzzer. Devin Booker fouled out late, and coach Chris Finch cited poor execution in the final minute. The loss left Minnesota 10-6 and still without a victory against teams above .500 this season. Based on 5 articles reviewed and supporting research.
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- 1. Timberwolves overcame an 18-point first-half deficit to build a late lead.
- 2. Minnesota led by eight with roughly 50 seconds remaining in the fourth quarter.
- 3. Anthony Edwards missed two free throws with 12.7 seconds remaining; subsequent turnovers followed.
- 4. Collin Gillespie hit the go-ahead basket with 6.4 seconds left; Julius Randle missed a potential game-winning three at the buzzer.
- 5. Final: Phoenix 114, Minnesota 113; Wolves fall to 10-6 and remain winless against teams above .500.
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