Timberwolves 117, Raptors 94: The Sky is the Limit

The Minnesota Timberwolves improved to 3-0 on the season following a 117-94 home-opener victory over the Toronto Raptors at Target Center. Minnesota capitalized against a Toronto squad missing Kawhi Leonard, maintaining an undefeated start under head coach Chris Finch. LaMelo Ball made an efficient impact despite foul trouble, posting 15 points and eight assists in just 17 minutes of action.

Minnesota's defense restricted Toronto to 38% shooting from the floor, holding Raptors forward Scottie Barnes scoreless on 0-of-12 shooting. Key reserve contributions included 15 points from TJ Shannon Jr. and solid minutes from Joan Beringer and Ayo Dosunmu, while Ja'Kobe Walter led the Raptors with 22 points.