Conley validated the decision against the Heat, scoring 15 points in 25 minutes of a tense 106-104 victory. He went 6 for 9 from the field, hit three 3-pointers and had two steals, leading the way during two crucial stretches of the game to give the Wolves just enough to survive an ugly rock fight on South Beach.

The Minnesota Timberwolves are heating up at the right time. They earned their third straight win Wednesday night, taking down the Charlotte Hornets 125-110 behind standout performances from Jaden McDaniels and Anthony Edwards.

Listen, don't try to bait me into about officiating. It is what it is on a nightly basis. So, whatever, I don't even know what Naz said to get his.'

With that, and a challenge from Finch, a tone was set going into a game against one of their favorite opponents. Edwards scored 44 points and hit six 3-pointers while all of DiVincenzo’s 24 points came from eight 3s in a 116-98 victory over the Suns.

Timberwolves rookie Jaylen Clark is set to become eligible to play in the postseason after reportedly agreeing to sign a two-year, standard contract.

Barkley, Shaquille O’Neal, and Kenny Smith aren’t for everyone, but there’s no doubt their show has consistently delivered entertainment and laughs. However, it might be hard for some to take them seriously when their main purpose is entertainment, and Finch seems to be leaning into that perspective.

Chris Finch expressed frustration with Shai Gilgeous-Alexander getting a lot of foul calls during the Timberwolves' win over the Thunder.

So, regarding whether Rudy Gobert is playing tonight vs. the Spurs, ensuring their starting center's long-term health will be the Timberwolves' overwhelming priority. However, Minnesota needs every win possible to avoid the play-in tournament.

Timberwolves coach Chris Finch has implored the veteran point guard to be aggressive in pursuit of his own offense

Mike Conley, Naz Reid and Donte DiVincenzo each scored 15 points each and the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Miami Heat 106-104 on Friday night for their fourth straight victory.