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Minnesota Timberwolves Dominate Milwaukee Bucks with Stellar Shooting and Defense

The Minnesota Timberwolves improved their record to 27-14 after a commanding performance against the Milwaukee Bucks, who now stand at 17-23. The game concluded with a decisive 139-106 victory for the Wolves at Fiserv Forum.


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First Quarter


The Wolves set the tone early, outscoring the Bucks 38-20 in the first quarter. Julius Randle was instrumental in this period, contributing significantly to Minnesota's offensive surge. His ability to find open shots and capitalize on them helped establish an early lead that would prove insurmountable for Milwaukee.


Second Quarter


Continuing their momentum into the second quarter, Minnesota again scored 38 points while limiting Milwaukee to just 25. The Twolves' defense was particularly effective during this stretch, forcing turnovers and converting them into fast-break opportunities. Anthony Edwards showcased his defensive prowess with multiple steals that disrupted Milwaukee's rhythm.


Third Quarter


In the third quarter, both teams found more scoring opportunities; however, it was Minnesota's efficient shooting that kept them ahead. Bones Hyland emerged as a key player during this period by hitting crucial three-pointers and maintaining pressure on Milwaukee’s defense. His efforts ensured that any attempt by the Herd to close the gap was swiftly countered.


Fourth Quarter


The final quarter saw Minnesota maintain their dominance with a balanced attack from both starters and bench players like Mike Conley who provided valuable assists throughout the game. The Wolves' bench contributed an impressive total of 54 points overall, highlighting their depth and versatility as they closed out strong against a struggling Bucks side.


This emphatic win is reflected in various statistics: Minnesota shot an impressive 60 percent from field goals while holding Milwaukee to just under half of theirs at 48 percent accuracy. Additionally, they excelled beyond-the-arc with a remarkable three-point percentage of 52 percent compared to Milwaukee’s lower success rate.


As fans digest this post-game report for Minnesota Timberwolves vs Milwaukee Bucks final score analysis, attention now turns towards their next matchup against Houston Rockets scheduled for January 16th at Toyota Center in Houston at approximately 9:30 PM EDT where viewers can catch all action live on ESPN or SCHN networks.


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