Trail Blazers Beat Timberwolves Second Straight Night 106-98

PORTLAND, OREGON – NOVEMBER 13: Shaedon Sharpe #17 of the Portland Trail Blazers reacts during the fourth quarter of the game against the Minnesota Timberwolves at Moda Center on November 13, 2024 in Portland, Oregon. The Portland Trail Blazers won 106-98. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Alika Jenner/Getty Images)

750 The Game Staff

The Trail Blazers downed the Timberwolves 106-98 on Wednesday night. Shaedon Sharpe exploded for 33 points while rookie big man Donovan Clingan had a near triple-double with 17 points, 12 rebounds and 8 blocked shots.

It was Portland’s second win over Minnesota in as many nights following Tuesday’s 122-108 win to open group play in the NBA Cup.

The Blazers improve to 5-8 overall on the season. They have a few days to rest before taking the floor Sunday at home against the Atlanta Hawks (3:00 p.m., KATU).