Timberwolves Vs Clippers: Anthony Edwards' 31 Points Carry Minnesota to 94-88 Win (Feb. 26, 2026)
The Timberwolves Vs Clippers matchup on Feb. 26, 2026 ended with Minnesota edging Los Angeles 94-88 in a game defined by late defense, a clutch step-back three and persistent offensive struggles for the shorthanded Clippers. Anthony Edwards led the Timberwolves with 31 points and a go-ahead shot that sealed the win, while Minnesota improved in several season-long metrics as Los Angeles continued a slide without its injured star.
Timberwolves Vs Clippers: Late shot and decisive final minutes
Anthony Edwards scored 31 points and was 12 for 24 from the floor. He sealed the victory with a step-back three-pointer over two defenders for a 92-88 lead with 42. 9 seconds left and finished by scoring the Timberwolves' last nine points. Earlier in the fourth quarter, Edwards’ drive and reverse layup put Minnesota up for good at 76-74 with 7: 40 remaining. The Clippers pulled within one three times in the final 2½ minutes, but Edwards answered each time.
Top performers and box-score highlights
- Anthony Edwards: 31 points, 12-for-24 shooting.
- Donte DiVincenzo: 18 points and 12 points by halftime.
- Jaden McDaniels: 12 points.
- Ayo Dosunmu: 12 points.
- Rudy Gobert: 13 rebounds.
- Derrick Jones Jr.: 18 points for the Clippers.
- Bennedict Mathurin: 14 points for the Clippers.
- Kris Dunn: 11 points for the Clippers.
Clippers' offensive struggles without Kawhi Leonard
The Clippers were without Kawhi Leonard, out because of ankle soreness, and they struggled on offense. Los Angeles managed a season-low 38 points in the first half and shot just 40. 5% from the floor for the game. The second quarter was particularly barren: the Clippers shot 18. 2% (four for 22) in that period and scored only 11 points while Minnesota scored just 15 in the quarter.
Team standings, trends and trip context
The Timberwolves improved to 37-23 overall. Minnesota has been on an upswing: the team is 5-1 since Feb. 9 and 3-1 since the All-Star break, and the win moved them to 2-0 on a three-game trip. The Clippers fell to 27-31 and have lost three consecutive games for the first time since December.
Sequence of momentum and shooting details
Minnesota led 44-38 at halftime, paced by DiVincenzo's 12 points and Edwards' 11 at the break. The Clippers led by six in the third quarter and were up 68-63 heading into the fourth before the Timberwolves rallied. Overall, Minnesota shot 43. 4% for the game while Los Angeles finished at 40. 5%.
Off-court legal update noted in coverage
The available coverage also notes that former NBA star Patrick Beverley will no longer face a felony assault charge after his teenage sister alleged last year that he grabbed her by the neck and punched her in the eye.
What’s next
The Clippers' next game is listed as a matchup versus New Orleans on Sunday night. The Timberwolves head into the remainder of their road trip having improved key measures and secured a late, clutch victory led by Anthony Edwards.
Note: the provided game text was read by an automated voice in the original coverage.
