Dallas Mavericks Defeat Minnesota Timberwolves in Thrilling Game 7

Mavs Advance to Western Conference Finals

Game Summary

The Dallas Mavericks and Minnesota Timberwolves faced off in a nail-biting Game 7 of the Western Conference semifinals on May 24, 2024. The Mavericks emerged victorious with a narrow 116-107 victory, securing their ticket to the Western Conference finals.

The game was marked by high intensity and lead changes throughout. The Timberwolves led by 10 points in the first half, but the Mavericks rallied back to take a 58-56 lead at halftime. In the second half, the Timberwolves regained the lead and held it until the final minutes of the game. With less than three minutes remaining, Luka Doncic drained a clutch three-pointer to give the Mavericks a one-point advantage. The Timberwolves had a chance to tie the game in the final seconds, but Anthony Edwards' shot attempt fell short.

Doncic led the Mavericks with 33 points, 12 rebounds, and 8 assists. Kyrie Irving also chipped in with 33 points, while Jalen Brunson added 22 points. For the Timberwolves, Karl-Anthony Towns had a double-double with 24 points and 15 rebounds, while Anthony Edwards scored 22 points.

With their victory, the Mavericks advance to the Western Conference finals, where they will face the Phoenix Suns. The Suns defeated the Los Angeles Clippers in Game 7 of their series to reach the conference finals.