NBA
Tuesday, March 31, 2026 • American Airlines Center
| Team | Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas Mavericks | 23 | 23 | 25 | 23 | 94 |
| Minnesota Timberwolves | 35 | 21 | 38 | 30 | 124 |
Team Statistics
| Stat | Dallas Mavericks | Minnesota Timberwolves |
|---|---|---|
| Field Goals | 24/60 | 37/65 |
| 3-Pointers | 7/29 | 14/31 |
| Free Throws | 25/34 | 8/12 |
| Rebounds | 53 | 51 |
| Assists | 21 | 33 |
| Steals | 6 | 8 |
| Blocks | 3 | 6 |
| Turnovers | 15 | 11 |
Game Recap
The Minnesota Timberwolves delivered a dominant 124–94 win over the Dallas Mavericks, pulling away early and maintaining control throughout. Minnesota’s offense was efficient from the opening stretch, finishing at 37-of-65 shooting (57.0%) and consistently generating clean looks through ball movement and spacing.
Dallas struggled to keep pace offensively, shooting 24-of-60 (40.0%) and going 7-of-29 from three-point range. While the Mavericks competed on the glass (53 rebounds to Minnesota’s 51), they couldn’t convert enough of those extra possessions into points, and Minnesota’s perimeter shot-making (14-of-31 from three) widened the margin.
Minnesota’s passing was a major separator, recording 33 assists and repeatedly turning advantages into high-quality attempts. Dallas’ top scorer was Daniel Gafford with 21 points, with C. Flagg adding 12. Khris Middleton and Dwight Powell scored nine apiece, and R. Nembhard contributed eight, but the Mavericks lacked consistent scoring beyond Gafford as the deficit grew.
The result underscores Minnesota’s ability to overwhelm opponents with efficiency and unselfish offense, while Dallas will look to improve shot creation and three-point production to avoid falling behind early. Despite Dallas’ rebounding edge, Minnesota’s shooting accuracy and assist-driven attack dictated the game and produced a decisive 30-point margin.

