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Timberwolves 112, Bucks 100: Ball-ing and Bowling to the Rim

After a grueling week that included five games in seven nights and two back-to-backs, the Timberwolves got back to a normal scheduling rhythm as they kicked off the week against the Milwaukee Bucks. Minnesota took down Milwaukee in a preseason…

Published: Tuesday, 3 November 2026 at 4:18 AM
Timberwolves 112, Bucks 100: Ball-ing and Bowling to the Rim
Key Things to Know
  • The Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 112-100 without the injured Anthony Edwards.
  • LaMelo Ball led Minnesota with 34 points, including six three-pointers, after scoring 24 in the first half.
  • Ayo Dosunmu stuffed the stat sheet for the Timberwolves with 19 points, 12 rebounds, and eight assists.
The Story in 60 Seconds

The Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 112-100 to return to the win column despite the absence of the injured Anthony Edwards. Playing without Edwards and Terrence Shannon Jr., Minnesota leaned heavily on LaMelo Ball, who delivered an aggressive scoring performance to pace the offense throughout the contest.

Ball scored a team-high 34 points on 12-of-21 shooting, including six three-pointers. Ayo Dosunmu added a near triple-double with 19 points, 12 rebounds, and eight assists, helping Minnesota hold off a Milwaukee push led by Tyler Herro and overcome late intentional fouling against Rudy Gobert.

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