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Watch Timberwolves’ Jaden McDaniels puts Derik Queen on a poster during NBA Cup clash

Coach Chris Finch’s Minnesota Timberwolves hit the road to face off against the New Orleans Pelicans in a game that became a showcase for recently extended guard Jaden McDaniels. Ayo Dosunmu got the start at guard after making a NSFW…

By Nick Meyer · Clutch Points

Published: Saturday, 7 November 2026 at 2:27 AM

Key Things to Know

Jaden McDaniels highlighted an NBA Cup clash by throwing down a poster dunk over Derik Queen.
The Minnesota Timberwolves built a 57-51 halftime lead against the New Orleans Pelicans.
Anthony Edwards missed the game following a procedure on his right knee at Mayo Clinic.

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Minnesota Timberwolves guard Jaden McDaniels delivered a highlight poster slam dunk over New Orleans Pelicans big man Derik Queen during their NBA Cup matchup. McDaniels drove baseline in the second quarter to help propel Minnesota to a 57-51 halftime lead on the road.

Head coach Chris Finch operated with a short-handed lineup as star Anthony Edwards missed the contest following a right knee procedure. Minnesota received double-digit scoring from McDaniels, LaMelo Ball, and Ayo Dosunmu, holding off a Pelicans squad led in the first half by Trey Murphy III and Karlo Matkovic.

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Watch Timberwolves’ Jaden McDaniels puts Derik Queen on a poster during NBA Cup clash

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