The Minnesota Timberwolves secured a 105-99 victory over the Dallas Mavericks on Christmas Day in a game that saw Mavericks' star Luka Doncic exit due to a strained left calf. Anthony Edwards led the Timberwolves with 26 points, while Kyrie Irving contributed 39 points for the Mavericks.
The game took a turn when Doncic suffered the injury late in the second quarter, forcing him to leave the court. Despite the setback, the Mavericks mounted a comeback, reducing a 28-point deficit to just two points in the fourth quarter.
Julius Randle, playing against his hometown team for the first time since being traded to the Timberwolves, put up an impressive performance with 23 points, 10 rebounds, and eight assists. Rudy Gobert also had a double-double with 14 points and 10 rebounds.
Minnesota's defense played a crucial role in building their lead, as they limited the Mavericks to below their average scoring output. On the other hand, Klay Thompson of the Mavericks made a significant milestone by surpassing Reggie Miller for fifth place on the NBA's all-time career 3-pointers list.
Looking ahead, the Timberwolves will face the Houston Rockets next, while the Mavericks will take on the Phoenix Suns in their upcoming games.
Despite the excitement of the game, the focus remains on Doncic's health and recovery as the Mavericks continue their season without their star player. The Timberwolves will look to build on this victory and maintain their momentum as they progress through the season.
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