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The Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 116–103 on March 15 at Paycom Center, with Chet Holmgren and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leading the home team with 21 and 20 points respectively. Despite Minnesota shooting a superior 46.8 percent from the field and matching Oklahoma City's 15 three-pointers made, the Timberwolves were undermined by 22 turnovers against the Thunder's 7, a decisive differential that limited their offensive rhythm. Julius Randle paced the visitors with 32 points and Anthony Edwards added 19, yet Minnesota's 18 assists and defensive rating of 114.4 proved insufficient. Oklahoma City's fourth quarter proved decisive, outscoring Minnesota 36–27 to secure the win well below the 227.5-point Vegas total. The Thunder's balanced attack—Holmgren and Gilgeous-Alexander supported by 15 made threes and 28 assists—complemented their stout 102.3 defensive rating. The loss leaves Minnesota facing mounting pressure in the playoff race as turnover management remains critical.
