Randle Ignites Wolves Past Former Star Towns' Return

Julius Randle delivered a decisive performance in the fourth quarter, leading the Timberwolves to a 115-104 win against the Knicks. The game marked Karl-Anthony Towns' return to Minnesota, where he was honored by the crowd and scored a season-high 40 points with 13 rebounds. However, the Knicks struggled without key players Jalen Brunson and OG Anunoby, who were sidelined to rest and rehabilitate minor injuries.

Randle's offensive outburst in the final period, where he netted 17 points, proved pivotal. He repeatedly drove to the basket, much to the crowd's delight, and received support from Anthony Edwards, who contributed 38 points. While Towns also fouled out late in the game and received a standing ovation, his efforts weren't enough to secure a victory.

The Knicks showed resilience, battling back from a 16-point deficit and even taking a lead in the third quarter. However, the Timberwolves' offensive firepower, particularly Randle's clutch fourth-quarter scoring, ultimately proved too much for the depleted Knicks lineup.