GAME RECAP
MVP
David Lee, Warriors
He delivered an 18-point, 13-rebound performance that included a banked-shot basket that repelled the Wolves after they pulled within three points late in the game.
BY THE NUMBERS
46-8 Golden State's advantage in points in the paint through three quarters.
22 Alexey Shved's career-high points.
5 Career 20-point nights for Wolves forward Derrick Williams (23 Friday).
JERRY ZGODA
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