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The Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the Miami Heat 125–115 on January 3 at Kaseya Center, with Anthony Edwards and Naz Reid combining for 62 points to power the road victory. Edwards led all scorers with 33 points while Reid added 29, as Minnesota shot 54.1 percent from the field and forced Miami into 18 turnovers. The Timberwolves dominated the final quarter with 35 points, outpacing Miami's 29-point fourth-quarter output to seal the win well above the Vegas total of 235.5. Minnesota's offensive rating of 125.0 contrasted sharply with Miami's defensive rating of 125.0, reflecting the visitors' efficiency advantage throughout. The Heat, led by Nikola Powell's 21 points, managed only 47.1 percent shooting and made 14 three-pointers but couldn't overcome the Timberwolves' balanced attack, which featured 26 assists and nine steals. The loss drops Miami further behind in the Eastern Conference standings while Minnesota continues to build momentum with a dominant road performance.
