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Timberwolves secure fourth straight win against Utah, now 8-3 overall

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 9, 2026, 6:23 AM

Last updated Nov 9, 2026

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Summary

The Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the Utah Jazz on November 8, marking their fourth consecutive victory. Minnesota holds the West's fourth-best record at 8-3 and boasts the league's best defense, allowing just 105.1 points per 100 possessions. Despite missing Anthony Edwards due to knee surgery, the Timberwolves have dominated weaker opponents, winning by an average of 19 points against lower-ranked teams. Minnesota's schedule has been less challenging, ranked third-easiest in the West, but coach Chris Finch highlights the team's consistency and effort, emphasizing the importance of establishing a reliable playing standard early in the season.

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By the Numbers

•Timberwolves improve to 8-3 with latest victory over Jazz
•Anthony Edwards continues to miss games due to knee surgery
•Team ranks best in defense and second in net rating
•Coach Finch praises team's consistency and effort
•Minnesota's early schedule has featured many struggling teams

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6:23 AMYahoo Sports — Frederick: Timberwolves taking care of business amid soft season-opening schedule

What they're saying

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Minnesota’s win over Utah on Sunday was the Timberwolves’ fourth in a row. Minnesota owned the West’s fourth-best record (8-3) and fifth best in the entire league head into Monday’s NBA slate. The Wolves sport the eighth-best offense (scoring 116.2 points per 100 possessions), the best defense (105.1) and the second-best net rating (outscoring opponents by 11.1 points per 100 possesions). ...
— Yahoo Sports

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