Minnesota Timberwolves vs Golden State Warriors Injury Updates, NBA 2024 25: The Minnesota Timberwolves are now just one win away from advancing to the Western Conference Finals after taking a 3-1 series lead over the Golden State Warriors.
With Game 5 set for the Target Center, Minnesota finds itself in prime position to eliminate a Warriors team missing its superstar Stephen Curry due to a hamstring injury. The Timberwolves enter this crucial matchup riding high from a 117-110 Game 4 victory, where Julius Randle erupted for 31 points.

Anthony Edwards continued to be the heartbeat of the team on both ends, while the Warriors, despite a 23-point performance from Jonathan Kuminga, struggled to contain Minnesota’s physicality and depth. For Golden State, the absence of Curry is glaring, leaving the offensive burden on young stars like Kuminga and veterans like Draymond Green. Minnesota, meanwhile, has showcased balance, defense, and momentum—traits that bode well in elimination scenarios.
| Date | Home Team | Final Score | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 12, 2025 | Warriors | Timberwolves 117 - 110 Warriors | Timberwolves |
| May 10, 2025 | Timberwolves | Warriors 112 - 105 Timberwolves | Warriors |
| May 8, 2025 | Warriors | Timberwolves 108 - 101 Warriors | Timberwolves |
| May 6, 2025 | Timberwolves | Timberwolves 115 - 98 Warriors | Timberwolves |
| Apr 4, 2025 | Warriors | Warriors 122 - 120 Timberwolves | Warriors |
A Timberwolves win in Game 5 would seal the series 4-1 and send them to the Western Conference Finals, positioning them as a legitimate title contender. A win for the Warriors, however, would bring the series back to San Francisco for Game 6, offering a flicker of hope for a miraculous comeback—though doing so without Curry remains a daunting challenge.