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Naz Reid makes five 3-pointers and scores 25 points to lead Timberwolves to 114-93 win over Hornets

MINNEAPOLIS, MN – Naz Reid powered the Minnesota Timberwolves to a 114-93 victory over the Charlotte Hornets on Monday night, finishing with 25 points and nine rebounds. Anthony Edwards chipped in with 21 points, while Donte DiVincenzo contributed 14 and Julius Randle added 13. Minnesota’s sharp shooting was a key factor, as they drained 18 of 38 three-pointers (47.4%) compared to Charlotte’s 10 of 42 (23.8%) from beyond the arc. Rudy Gobert made his presence felt with eight points—entirely on dunks—and grabbed eight rebounds.

For the Hornets, LaMelo Ball led the way with 19 points. Miles Bridges, Brandon Miller, and Tre Mann each scored 10 points in the loss.

Next up, Charlotte will return home to face the Detroit Pistons on Wednesday, while the Timberwolves head to Chicago to take on the Bulls on Thursday.