Sun Mar 16 19:30:00 UTC 2025: ## Timberwolves Extend Winning Streak to Seven with Thrilling Victory Over Magic

**MINNEAPOLIS, MN** – The Minnesota Timberwolves overcame a late deficit to defeat the Orlando Magic 118-111 on Friday night, extending their winning streak to seven games. Anthony Edwards led the Timberwolves with 28 points, while Donte DiVincenzo sparked a crucial 13-0 run in the fourth quarter that propelled Minnesota to victory. DiVincenzo finished with 14 points and 5 assists.

Paolo Banchero put up a stellar performance for the Magic, scoring 43 points and grabbing 11 rebounds on 16-of-32 shooting. However, his efforts were not enough to overcome the Timberwolves’ late-game surge. The Magic, playing their second game in as many nights after a win in New Orleans, saw their comeback efforts thwarted by Minnesota’s strong finish. Julius Randle added 22 points for the Timberwolves, and Rudy Gobert contributed a double-double with 12 points and 12 rebounds.

The win keeps the Timberwolves in the hunt for the sixth seed in the Western Conference, currently locked in a tight race with the Golden State Warriors. Minnesota improves their home record to 19-14. The Magic, currently eighth in the Eastern Conference, head to Cleveland for their next game on Sunday. The Timberwolves will host Utah on Sunday night.

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