NBA Summary: Naz Reid Leads Timberwolves to Victory Over Thunder, Pelicans End Losing Streak
On February 13, 2025, Naz Reid led the Minnesota Timberwolves to a strong 116-101 win over the Oklahoma City Thunder. Reid finished with 27 points, 14 rebounds, and seven assists. Anthony Edwards also contributed with 23 points, seven rebounds, and seven assists. Despite the absence of Rudy Gobert due to back spasms, the Timberwolves managed to end their two-game losing streak. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was the standout player for the Thunder, scoring 24 points, grabbing eight rebounds, and providing nine assists, but Oklahoma City never led in the game.
In other NBA action, the New Orleans Pelicans triumphed over the Sacramento Kings 140-133 in overtime, ending a 10-game losing streak. CJ McCollum was outstanding with 43 points, including a key 3-pointer in overtime. Trey Murphy III added 18 points, 11 assists, and nine rebounds, while Jose Alvarado also scored 18 points. The Kings were led by Zach LaVine’s 32 points and 10 assists, but their three-game winning streak came to an end.
The Golden State Warriors held off a strong fourth-quarter push from the Houston Rockets to win 105-98. Stephen Curry scored 27 points to lead the Warriors, who are now 3-1 since acquiring Jimmy Butler III. The Rockets’ Aaron Holiday scored a season-high 25 points, but it wasn’t enough to secure the win.
In Salt Lake City, Norman Powell scored a season-high 41 points, leading the Los Angeles Clippers to a 120-116 overtime win over the Utah Jazz. Powell’s performance in overtime was crucial, and James Harden added 32 points, 10 rebounds, and seven assists. The Jazz were led by rookie Kyle Filipowski, who scored 20 points and grabbed 10 rebounds.
Finally, the Dallas Mavericks defeated the Miami Heat 118-113. Dante Exum led the Mavericks with 27 points, helping them to their fourth win in five games despite missing several key players. Tyler Herro scored 40 points for Miami, but the Heat suffered their fourth consecutive loss.
