The Los Angeles Clippers defeated the host Minnesota Timberwolves 119 - 105 at Target Center on Saturday. These are two teams headed in opposite directions and this result shows just where they're headed. The Clippers were in control for the majority of the game, as there were only four ties and six lead changes. Los Angeles actually led for the entirety of the second half, as Minnesota never led by more than two points in the first half. The Clippers shot lights - out hitting 53 percent fro the field and 46 percent from three - point range. Los Angeles also took advantage of the whistle, going 28 - of - 37 from the free - throw line, with Minnesota taking just 21 free - throw attempts. The Clippers (9 - 1) are the hottest team in the NBA right now and they used a different recipe to win this one. All five starters were great, as they each scored 15 or more points in the win. Blake Griffin led the team, totaling 20 points, 11 rebounds and four assists. Chris Paul was n't far behind, finishing with 19 points, four rebounds and eight assists. DeAndre Jordan posted a monster double - double, scoring 18 points and grabbing 16 rebounds. The big man also went an efficient 10 - of - 16 from the free - throw line. The Clippers look likely to continue this success, as they host the Brooklyn Nets for their next game on Monday. The Timberwolves (2 - 6) have been one of the biggest disappointments this season and it's a wonder when they'll pull out of this hole. Ricky Rubio did return from an elbow injury in this game, as he accumulated seven points, six rebounds and six assists in the loss. Karl-Anthony Towns led the team in scoring, totaling 24 points, 10 rebounds, two blocks and two steals. Andrew Wiggins went just 8 - of - 24 from the field, but still scored 22 points. Zach LaVine was the only other player in double figures, accruing 15 points, three rebounds and four assists. The Timberwolves will look to get their third win on Sunday, when they host the Los Angeles Lakers for their next game.
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