Timberwolves lead at halftime, Barkley critiques their three-point shooting

The Minnesota Timberwolves hold a 69-59 lead over the Miami Heat at halftime on October 22, 2026, in Miami. The Timberwolves made 12 of 26 three-point attempts (46 percent) during the first half, with significant contributions from Anthony Edwards and LaMelo Ball. Despite their strong performance from beyond the arc, basketball analyst Charles Barkley criticized the team's three-point shooting strategy, suggesting they should focus on driving to the basket. The Timberwolves ultimately finished the game with 21 made threes on 50 attempts in a commanding 131-106 victory, showcasing a dominant rebounding performance as well.

• 6:33 PMYahoo Sports — Forget Charles Barkley. The Wolves should shoot as many threes as they want