DeRozan and Murray combined for 59 points as the Kings narrowly defeated the Timberwolves 117-112 in overtime.

2025-11-25 07:35

November 25th - The Sacramento Kings defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 117-112 in overtime. DeMar DeRozan contributed 33 points and 4 assists, while Jamal Murray added 26 points, 15 rebounds, and 2 assists. Monk also scored 22 points and assisted the Kings in their victory over the tenacious Timberwolves. For the Timberwolves, Alex Edwards led all scorers with 43 points, 7 rebounds, and 4 assists, but it wasn't enough to secure the win for his team.

Edwards started the game on fire, scoring 12 points in the first quarter to help the Timberwolves take a 27-23 lead. In the second quarter, the Kings tried to narrow the gap, closing the gap to 32-34 at one point , but the Timberwolves went on a run to extend their lead to 14 points, maintaining a 54-46 advantage at halftime .

In the third quarter, DeRozan continued his efficient scoring, while Edwards also maintained his offensive firepower, keeping the score close. After three quarters, the Timberwolves led 82-77 . In the final quarter, Monk exploded for 13 points, helping the Kings tie the game at 101 , forcing overtime. In overtime, the Kings maintained their pace, with DeRozan and Murray scoring consecutively to widen the gap. Ultimately, the Kings defeated the Timberwolves 117-112 , securing a crucial victory.

Timberwolves player statistics

Edwards 43 points, 7 rebounds , 4 assists; Randle 17 points , 10 rebounds , 5 assists; DiVincenzo 17 points, 4 rebounds, 1 assist; Reed 15 points, 7 rebounds; Gobert 11 points, 13 rebounds, 1 assist; McDaniels 6 points, 8 rebounds, 2 assists; Conley 3 points , 2 rebounds , 5 assists

Kings player stats

DeRozan 33 points , 4 assists; Murray 26 points, 15 rebounds, 2 assists; Monk 22 points , 2 rebounds , 2 assists; Achiuwa 10 points, 7 rebounds; Westbrook 7 points, 7 rebounds , 7 assists; LaVine 7 points, 3 rebounds , 1 assist; Schroder 6 points, 5 rebounds, 9 assists; Clifford 3 points, 6 rebounds , 1 assist .