The Warriors stayed within reasonable striking distance of Minnesota until late in the second quarter. After Draymond Green scored five points to cut the deficit to just six with 2:20 left in the half, the Wolves closed the quarter on a 9-0 run fueled by a Randle dunk and and-1 layup. Minnesota led 62-47 at the half.

After being reevaluated Wednesday, Stephen Curry was cleared for on-court workouts and could play if the Warriors force a Game 6 against the Timberwolves.

Golden State Warriors star Jimmy Butler was apparently battling a mysterious illness for Game 4, and it appears to still be affecting him during Game 5.

Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga has scored in double figures in each of the last three games without Steph Curry in the lineup

Green yelled the point spread at an official, a comment the NBA called inappropriate as it 'questions the integrity of game officials.'

The Golden State Warriors' Game 5 elimination Hail Mary sounds like it will hinge on their ability to crowd Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards.

Minnesota uses a 3rd quarter barrage led by Anthony Edwards to stake a 3-1 series lead and move within a win of the West Finals.

Jimmy Butler is probably the only player with enough offensive talent and the leadership skills necessary to keep the Golden State Warriors' championship hopes alive, as the team travels to Minnesota for an elimination game on Wednesday night,