Anthony Edwards doesn’t need a script—he just speaks, and entertainment follows. But after the Timberwolves‘ jaw-dropping 140-139 double-overtime win against the Nuggets, he had everyone doing a double take. Standing in front of reporters, fresh off a thriller in Denver, Edwards was asked what his team learned about itself. His answer? A callback to the Golden State Warriors’ legendary mantra. Well, kind of.
“What did the Warriors used to say? Shorthanded numbers?” Uh… close. But not quite. What he meant was “Strength in Numbers,” the iconic Warriors slogan. But let’s be real—Ant could have called it “Numbers in Strength,” and the message would have landed. Minnesota showed its depth, its grit, and its ability to steal a game that looked out of reach multiple times. And to make it even sweeter?
The win threw another wrench into the already insane Western Conference playoff race. Buckle up. Winning on the road against the defending champs is tough. Winning in double overtime is even tougher. But getting Russell Westbrook to help you win?
Now, that’s a rare achievement.
Feb 21, 2025; Houston, Texas, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) reacts after scoring a basket during the second quarter against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center. Mandatory Credit: Troy Taormina-Imagn Images
Minnesota fought tooth and nail all night, but the game should have ended with Denver walking away victorious. That was until Westbrook decided to put his fingerprints all over the final seconds—just not in the way Nuggets fans would have liked.
With a chance to win it, Westbrook went barreling to the rim… and missed. Then, in the most Westbrook sequence possible, he immediately committed a foul on Nickeil Alexander-Walker. And that was it! Alexander-Walker hit both free throws, the Wolves took the one-point win, and Edwards had nothing but love for his teammate. “We got a killer right here, man. Big shot maker right here, dog. I love him. I love him to death.“
Forget the Warriors quote—this was the moment. Edwards wasn’t just hyping up a teammate; he was cementing the Timberwolves as a team nobody wants to face in the playoffs. And speaking of the playoffs…
The Western Conference is an absolute dumpster Fire
You ever try to solve a jigsaw puzzle, but someone keeps moving the pieces while you work? That’s exactly what the NBA playoff race looks like right now.
Here’s where we stand: Golden State (44-31)–Holds the tiebreaker over both the Wolves and Grizzlies, sitting in 5th place. Minnesota (44-32)–They just picked up a massive win but are still stuck in the mess. Memphis (44-32) is hanging on for dear life. LA Clippers (43-32)–One game back but hold the tiebreaker over Golden State.
And guess what? The final day of the season might actually decide who lands where. Seeds 4 through 8 are separated by one win, and every single game from here on out is going to feel like Game 7 of the Finals.
CHICAGO, IL – OCTOBER 16: Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards 5 looks on during the first half of a preseason game against the Chicago Bulls on October 16, 2024 at the United Center in Chicago, Illinois. Photo by Melissa Tamez/Icon Sportswire NBA, Basketball Herren, USA OCT 16 Preseason Timberwolves at Bulls EDITORIAL USE ONLY Icon24101679
There’s no predicting how this will shake out. But one thing’s for sure—this is the best kind of chaos. Anthony Edwards might not have nailed the Warriors’ slogan, but the Timberwolves absolutely lived up to it. They survived an all-out war with the Nuggets, proved their depth, and sent a message to the rest of the West: We’re coming.
And with the playoff picture looking more unpredictable by the day, you better believe the Wolves—and everyone else in this insane race—are going to make this a wild finish. And this is exactly what we are here for!
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