After their thrilling 105-100 victory over the Dallas Mavericks in Game 4 of the Western Conference finals, Anthony Edwards and Karl-Anthony Towns made sure to entertain Minnesota Timberwolves fans off the court. During the post-game press conference, the duo put forward their chemistry and humor, engaging in playful word exchange that had everyone laughing.
Edwards kicked off the comedic exchange by turning to Towns and teasingly asking, “What did I tell you about fouling?”
Towns is not one to stay silent, as he quickly retorted, “You had five!”
Nevertheless, Edwards refused to accept any fault and soon defended his act throughout the game.
“But I didn’t foul out! I might beat him up on the bus, y’all.”
Towns, with a smile, responded, “Don’t believe that,” adding to the amusement.
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Despite their humor regarding the foul, the game had its serious moments, particularly concerning foul trouble. Edwards finished the game with five fouls, while Towns was limited to 30 minutes of play due to his own foul issues. However, their combined efforts were crucial in securing the win and keeping the Timberwolves’ playoff hopes alive.
Karl-Anthony Towns and Anthony Edwards Steal Game 4 From Mavericks
In the first three games of the series, Anthony Edwards and Karl-Anthony Towns struggled during crucial moments, garnering attention from Shaquille O’Neal. The duo combined for just 37 of 111 from the field, a 33% shooting rate. However, Game 4 saw a dramatic turnaround for the dynamic duo. Edwards and Towns were exceptional, combining for 54 points, 15 rebounds, and 10 assists.
Their shooting accuracy improved significantly, as they went 20 for 38 from the field, achieving a 52% shooting rate. They also excelled from beyond the arc, hitting 6 of 10 three-pointers, and were strong at the free-throw line, going 8 for 11.
This outstanding performance was pivotal in the Timberwolves’ Game 4 victory over the Mavericks, which sent the series back to Minnesota for Thursday’s Game 5.
