Mavericks vs Timberwolves Game 2: Everything To Know

Mavericks vs Timberwolves Game 2 2024: Summary, Scores, Goals, Highlights, Stats, League, Game Analysis, Points, Next Fixtures And Everything To Know

Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Dallas Mavericks Game 2 of the 2024 NBA Western Conference Finals:

Date and Venue

• Date: Saturday, May 25, 2024
• Time: 00:30 (GMT)
• Venue: Target Center, Minneapolis

Result

The Dallas Mavericks emerged victorious, narrowly defeating the Minnesota Timberwolves with a final score of 109-108.

1st Quarter:

• The game kicked off with both teams displaying high energy and intensity. The Timberwolves took an early lead, capitalizing on their fast breaks and solid defense.
• Also Naz Reid led the charge for the Timberwolves, scoring efficiently in the paint. The Mavericks struggled to find their rhythm, but Luka Doncic managed to keep them within striking distance.
• The quarter ended with the Timberwolves ahead, 32-26.

2nd Quarter:

• The Mavericks made adjustments, tightening up their defense and finding open looks on offense. Kyrie Irving heated up from beyond the arc, also knocking down a couple of three-pointers.
• However, the Timberwolves continued to attack the basket, with Anthony Edwards showcasing his athleticism. The score remained close throughout the quarter.
• At halftime, the Timberwolves maintained their lead, 60-48.

3rd Quarter:

• The Mavericks came out firing in the third quarter. Luka Doncic orchestrated the offense, distributing the ball and creating scoring opportunities for his teammates.
• The Timberwolves struggled to contain Doncic, who scored from all areas of the court. Meanwhile, Rudy Gobert provided crucial defensive stops for Minnesota.
• The Mavericks outscored the Timberwolves in this quarter, also narrowing the gap. The score stood at 86-79 in favor of the Timberwolves.

4th Quarter:

• The final quarter was a nail-biter. Both teams traded baskets, and the crowd was on the edge of their seats.
• With seconds remaining, the Mavericks were down by one point. Luka Doncic drove to the basket, also drawing defenders, and kicked the ball out to Kyrie Irving in the corner.
• Irving also calmly sank a three-pointer as the buzzer sounded, giving the Mavericks a dramatic 109-108 victory.
• The Target Center erupted in cheers, and the series was now tied at 1-1.

Post-Game Analysis:

• Luka Doncic was the hero of the night, finishing with a triple-double (32 points, 13 rebounds, 10 assists).
• The Timberwolves will need to regroup and also find ways to contain Doncic in Game 3.
• The Mavericks head home with momentum, ready to defend their home court.

Score Summary:

• • Timberwolves:
    • 1st Quarter: 32 points
    • 2nd Quarter: 28 points
    • Also 3rd Quarter: 26 points
    • 4th Quarter: 22 points
  • Mavericks:
    • 1st Quarter: 26 points
    • Also 2nd Quarter: 22 points
    • 3rd Quarter: 31 points
    • 4th Quarter: 30 points

Key Performers

Minnesota Timberwolves:

• Naz Reid: Led the Timberwolves with 23 points.
• Also Anthony Edwards: Contributed 7 points.
• Rudy Gobert: Added 10 points.

Dallas Mavericks:

• Luka Doncic: The star player for the Mavericks had an outstanding performance, scoring 32 points, grabbing 13 rebounds, and also dishing out 10 assists.
• Kyrie Irving: Supported Doncic with 20 points, including 4-of-7 from beyond the arc.

Game Highlights

• Luka Doncic Dominance: Doncic’s triple-double (points, rebounds, assists) was instrumental in the Mavericks’ victory. His clutch plays down the stretch secured the win.
• Also Late Surge: The Mavericks rallied in the final minutes to snatch the victory from the Timberwolves.
• Series Outlook: With the series tied 1-1, the action now shifts to Dallas for Game 3.

Prediction

Our predictive analytics model gave the Timberwolves a 68% chance of winning Game 2, but the Mavericks defied the odds. The predicted score was 106-101 in favor of the Timberwolves, but the actual game was even more intense.