The NBA Cup is back in action as the Minnesota Timberwolves take on the less-than-impressive New Orleans Pelicans. While this was not a game that was expected to be too difficult, the Wolves rapidly found themselves unable to make any…
The Minnesota Timberwolves overcame a fourth-quarter deficit to defeat the New Orleans Pelicans 115-109 in NBA Cup action on November 7, 2026. After struggling from the free-throw line early, Minnesota pulled ahead with an 8-0 run in the fourth quarter. LaMelo Ball and Ayo Dosunmu made timely three-pointers, while Jaden McDaniels sealed the victory with a late block on Jeremiah Fears.
Writer Thilo Latrell Widder highlighted Ball's offensive impact alongside Jaylen Clark, praising their on-court chemistry. Widder also credited Jonathan Kuminga's physical defense for limiting Zion Williamson to 13 points, while criticizing Bones Hyland's inconsistent play off the bench.
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