Game Recap: Timberwolves 89, Pistons 73
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LAS VEGAS — The Minnesota Timberwolves defeated the Detroit Pistons 89-73 in the NBA 2K26 Summer League at Thomas & Mack Center on Tuesday.
This scoreline is unfair to Detroit because neither team led by more than nine points until the final five minutes. Minnesota was up 74-69 with five minutes remaining but ripped off a 15-0 run to take command of this game. That capped off a 29-16 fourth quarter. The Timberwolves dominated with their defense, forcing 21 turnovers while outscoring them 23-12 in fast-break points. The Wolves also shot 45% from the field and 38% from 3-point range while holding the Pistons to 38% from the field and 28% from long range.
The Timberwolves (3-0) were led by Terrence Shannon Jr., who had 24 points, five rebounds, three assists and two steals. Leonard Miller had 20 points and eight rebounds. Rob Dillingham registered 16 points, four assists and two steals while Amari Bailey led the bench with 11 points, five rebounds, four assists and two blocks.
The Pistons (2-1) were led by Ron Holland II, who collected 22 points, six rebounds, two assists and six steals. Tolu Smith totaled 16 points, six boards and three blocks. Daniss Jenkins compiled 11 points, three rebounds and seven assists, while Bobi Klintman provided six points, 12 rebounds and four assists.
Minnesota’s next game is a matchup with the Phoenix Suns on Wednesday. As for Detroit, they face the Miami Heat on Thursday for their next outing.