Game recap: Wolves over 76ers

December 5, 2012 at 4:39AM

GAME RECAP

IMPACT PLAYER

Alexey Shved, Wolves

The rookie guard led the team in scoring with 17 points, making four of seven three-pointers in the process. He also had four assists and three rebounds.

BY THE NUMBERS28 Wolves assist on 41 total field goals, an indication of the quality ball movement.

4-4 The Wolves' record both at home and on the road this season.

57-23 The Wolves' edge in bench scoring.

16 points for Josh Howard on 7-for-12 shooting. He also pulled down 10 rebounds.

53.2 shooting percentage for the Wolves (41-for-77), including 52 percent on threes (13-for-25).

KENT YOUNGBLOOD

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