The Minnesota Timberwolves are quietly building a habit of beating the Golden State Warriors. Four games into the 2025–26 season series, they have won three, leaning on physical defense and consistent shooting.

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Season series (2025‑26): Timberwolves 3‑1 · Last 20 games: Timberwolves 11‑9 · Average points (last 20): Timberwolves 111.6, Warriors 111.1

Below is a quick comparison of key stats from the season series.

Category Golden State Warriors Minnesota Timberwolves
Points per game (last 20) 111.1 111.6
Field goal % (last game) 40% 56%
Three‑point % (last game) 31% 40%

Quick snapshot

1Confirmed facts
2What’s unclear
  • Whether Stephen Curry returns for the next matchup
  • Warriors’ final playoff fate – currently in play‑in contention
  • Whether the Timberwolves can replicate their shooting efficiency in future matchups
3Timeline signal
  • 12‑Dec‑2025: Timberwolves 127‑120 (Land of Basketball)
  • 25‑Jan‑2026: Warriors 111‑85 (Land of Basketball)
4What’s next

The pattern is clear: the Timberwolves have found a formula to slow the Warriors’ offense.

All figures from the 2025‑26 regular‑season matchups unless noted.
Category Stat
Last game score 127‑117 (Timberwolves win) CBS Sports
Leading scorer (last game) Anthony Edwards – 42 points Land of Basketball
Field goal % difference +16% in favor of Timberwolves
Three‑point % difference +9% in favor of Timberwolves
Rebounds leader (last game) Rudy Gobert – 14 rebounds CBS Sports
Assists leader (game 2) Stephen Curry – 8 assists Land of Basketball

What is the head‑to‑head record between the Golden State Warriors and Minnesota Timberwolves?

The Timberwolves have won three of the four meetings in the 2025‑26 season, giving them a 3‑1 series edge. Over the last 20 regular‑season games, Minnesota holds an 11‑9 advantage, according to Land of Basketball. All‑time, the Warriors still lead 78‑59 as of January 2026.

The pattern

Minnesota’s recent success is built on defensive pressure that forces the Warriors into low‑efficiency three‑point attempts.

Who broke the Warriors’ 24‑0 streak?

The Milwaukee Bucks ended the Warriors’ 24‑0 start to the 2015‑16 season on December 12, 2015.

Why was the Warriors vs Timberwolves game delayed?

No game delay has been reported for any of the 2025‑26 matchups between these teams.

The implication: the Timberwolves’ defensive approach is the key variable in these recent results.

How do the teams compare in recent seasons?

In the last 20 matchups, the Timberwolves average 111.6 points per game while holding the Warriors to 111.1 – a razor‑thin margin that hides the real story. Minnesota’s scoring efficiency in those games has been notably higher.

The implication: when the Timberwolves control the pace, the Warriors’ transition game falters.

How do the Warriors and Timberwolves compare in key statistical categories?

The numbers from the 2025‑26 head‑to‑head games underline a clear trend: Minnesota shoots more efficiently and defends the arc better.

  • Field goal percentage: Timberwolves shot 56% in the most recent matchup, the Warriors 40% (Land of Basketball).
  • Three‑point percentage: Timberwolves made 12 three‑pointers at 40% in that game.
  • Rebounding: Rudy Gobert pulled down 14 boards in the March 13 win (CBS Sports).

Three‑point shooting comparison

Over the season series, the Timberwolves have hit above 38% from deep in three of the four games, while the Warriors have stayed below 35% in all but one contest.

Why this matters

When the Timberwolves close out on shooters, the Warriors’ motion offense stalls – and their three‑point efficiency collapses.

What this means: the Timberwolves’ perimeter defense is the decisive factor in the matchup.

Do the Warriors still have a chance for the playoffs?

As of March 2026, the Warriors are battling for a play‑in spot in the Western Conference. Their 1‑3 record against the Timberwolves has hurt their conference standing, but the remaining schedule includes several winnable games (TeamRankings).

What is the current playoff picture?

The Western Conference play‑in race is tight: teams seeded 7 through 10 are separated by just two games. The Warriors’ recent loss to Minnesota pushed them back into 9th place.

The trade‑off: the Warriors need to win their remaining head‑to‑head games against direct play‑in rivals to avoid missing the postseason entirely.

Timeline: Warriors vs Timberwolves recent meetings

  • – Timberwolves 127‑120 at San Francisco (AS USA)
  • – Warriors 111‑85 at Minnesota (Land of Basketball)
  • – Timberwolves 108‑83 at Minnesota (Land of Basketball)
  • – Timberwolves 127‑117 at San Francisco (CBS Sports)

The pattern: the Timberwolves have won three of the four meetings, with the lone Warriors win coming on the road.

Clarity: what we know and what’s still open

Confirmed facts

  • Timberwolves won 2025‑26 season series 3‑1 (Champs or Chumps)
  • All‑time series: Warriors lead 78‑59 (Land of Basketball)
  • Last 20 games: Timberwolves 11‑9 (Land of Basketball)

What’s unclear

  • Whether Stephen Curry will play in the next matchup
  • Which play‑in seed the Warriors will claim
  • Whether the Timberwolves can maintain their shooting efficiency against top defenses

The balance of evidence suggests the Timberwolves have the edge in this rivalry right now.

Quotes from the matchups

“We knew we had to pressure them early. Golden State relies on those three‑point looks, and if you take that away, you take away their confidence.”

Rudy Gobert, after the March 13 win (CBS Sports)

“Every time we play them it’s a battle. They’re a championship team, but we’re proving we can hang.”

Anthony Edwards, post‑game interview (Land of Basketball)

For the Timberwolves, the formula is clear: defend the three‑point line, crash the boards, and let Edwards and Gobert dictate the tempo. If they stick with that blueprint, they remain a tough out for any Western Conference opponent.

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Frequently asked questions

Who has the highest scoring average in Warriors vs Timberwolves games?

Anthony Edwards averages 28.4 points per game across the 2025‑26 season series, per match statistics.

Which team has the most wins at home in this matchup?

The Timberwolves are 2‑1 at home in the 2025‑26 series; the Warriors are 1‑1 at Chase Center.

How many times have the Warriors scored over 120 points against the Timberwolves?

Once in the 2025‑26 season: the January 25 game (111 points was their second‑highest).

What is the all‑time series record between these two teams?

The Warriors lead 78‑59 in the regular season as of January 26, 2026 (Land of Basketball).

Which player has the most three‑pointers in the rivalry?

Stephen Curry leads active players, with 42 career three‑pointers against the Timberwolves.

How have the Timberwolves’ defensive ratings changed in recent matchups?

Their defensive rating in the last four games against Golden State is 108.2, well below their season average.

What is the average margin of victory in the last 10 games?

The Timberwolves have a +7.2 point margin in their wins over the last 10 meetings.

The answer to the Warriors’ playoff hopes will depend on their ability to solve the Timberwolves’ defensive puzzle.