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GAME RECAP
Impact player
Ricky Rubio, Wolves
He had 22 points and a franchise-record 19 assists, including several jaw-dropping ones; scored 20 points in consecutive games for the second time in his career.
By the numbers
10 First-quarter assists by Rubio, tied with Chris Paul of the L.A. Clippers for most in a quarter in the NBA this season.
KENT YOUNGBLOOD
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