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The Minnesota Timberwolves dominated the Dallas Mavericks 124–94 on March 30 at the American Airlines Center, delivering a decisive road victory that fell well short of the Vegas total of 236.5 points. Julius Randle led Minnesota with 24 points, while Anthony Dosunmu contributed 18 in a balanced offensive attack. The Timberwolves' superior efficiency proved decisive: they shot 53.1 percent from the field and made 14 three-pointers, compared to Dallas's 34.8 percent shooting and just 7 threes. Minnesota's third quarter was particularly damaging, outscoring the Mavericks 38–25 to seize control. D. Gafford paced Dallas with 21 points, but the Mavericks' defensive rating of 117.8 proved catastrophic, while their 15 turnovers compounded the offensive struggles. The Timberwolves' 33 assists and 8 steals underscored their ball movement and perimeter pressure, extending their recent form as Minnesota continues climbing the Western Conference standings.
