Missed two crucial free throws! Hua Zikong scored 41 points, led by 8 points in 49 seconds and still lost, missing 18 points and reversing the game

In the NBA Cup group stage, the Timberwolves lost to the Suns 113-114. It is worth mentioning that the Timberwolves trailed by up to 18 points today, but completed a comeback in the second half and led by 8 points in the last 49 seconds. However, they made consecutive mistakes and were eventually reversed and lost by the Suns 9-0.

After today's game, the Suns achieved two consecutive victories, while the Timberwolves' two-game winning streak was ended. Both teams' records became 10 wins and 6 losses, tied. The Suns are temporarily ranked sixth in the Western Conference, and the Timberwolves are ranked seventh. The Suns have been very strong recently, with a record of 7 wins and 1 loss in the past 8 games.

Edwards was very impressive today. He played 40 minutes, shooting 14 of 24 from the field, 5 of 11 three-pointers, 8 of 12 free throws, scoring 41 points, 5 rebounds, 4 assists, 4 steals and 1 block. He also made 5 turnovers. In the third quarter, Edwards made 7 of 9 in a single quarter, 3 of 4 three-pointers, 2 of 2 free throws, and scored 19 points and 3 rebounds. He led the team to a 14-point victory and completed free throws. The Suns scored a total of 19 points in the third quarter. But at the last moment, Edwards missed two key free throws, causing the team to be reversed, and 40+ became an empty score.

Randall was quite average. He played 34 minutes, making 6 of 13 shots, 2 of 7 three-pointers, 6 of 9 free throws, 20 points, 5 rebounds, 2 assists, and 5 turnovers. McDaniels played 40 minutes and made 5 of 12 shots, including 0 of 5 three-pointers and 3 of 3 free throws. He scored 13 points, 5 rebounds, 2 assists and 4 steals. Gobert played 34 minutes in the game, making 5 of 10 shots, 2 of 4 free throws, and a double-double of 12 points, 12 rebounds, and 4 assists.

On the Suns side, 6 people on the team scored in double figures. Booker was in poor condition and felt cold. He played 35 minutes and made only 4 of 18 shots, 1 of 6 three-pointers, and 7 of 9 free throws. He scored 16 points, 3 rebounds, 10 assists, and 1 steal. He made as many as 9 turnovers and committed 6 fouls in the final quarter. Fortunately, the Suns still won.

Gillespie was the hero of today's win. He played 34 minutes and made 7 of 12 shots, 4 of 7 three-pointers, 2 of 2 free throws, 20 points, 7 rebounds, 4 assists and 2 steals, with a plus-minus value of +14. At the last critical moment, Gillespie completed a mid-range shot that was sure to win. Gillespie has performed well in the past three games, averaging 18 points, 6 rebounds and 5.7 assists per game, with three shooting percentages of 50%, 47% and 100% respectively.

Dillon performed well. He played 37 minutes, making 8 of 17 field goals, 4 of 8 three-pointers, and 2 of 4 free throws. He scored 22 points, 5 rebounds, 1 assist, and 2 steals. In the end, he also committed six fouls and left the game. Dillon also averaged 21 points, 3.3 rebounds, 2 assists and 2.1 steals per game this season. The Suns had a record of 7 wins and 3 losses when playing.

Mark Williams played 26 minutes, made 6 of 9 shots, 7 of 8 free throws, and scored 19 points and 8 rebounds, but his plus-minus value was -15, the lowest on the team. Royce O'Neal felt good. He played 31 minutes, made 5 of 8 shots, 3 of 6 three-pointers, 3 of 4 free throws, and scored 16 points, 3 rebounds and 2 assists.