Anthony Edwards scores 45 as Timberwolves spoil Giannis Antetokounmpo’s Heat debut
Summary
Anthony Edwards scored 45 points to help the Minnesota Timberwolves win 131-106 against the Miami Heat in the first game of the NBA season. Giannis Antetokounmpo played his first game for Miami, scoring 35 points, but the Timberwolves took the lead early and kept control throughout the game.Key Facts
- Anthony Edwards scored 45 points, the most by a Minnesota player in a season opener.
- Edwards made 9 of 17 three-point shots and had 10 rebounds.
- Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 35 points and had 6 rebounds in his Miami Heat debut after being traded from the Milwaukee Bucks.
- LaMelo Ball, playing his first game for Minnesota, scored 21 points and made five three-pointers.
- Minnesota made 21 three-pointers in total, while Miami made 8.
- The Timberwolves led by 10 points at halftime and extended the lead further in the second half.
- Antetokounmpo left the game with 7 minutes remaining after fouling an opponent and experiencing some difficulties.
- Other notable Miami players included Bam Adebayo (15 points) and Andrew Wiggins (11 points).
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