76ers Dominate Timberwolves in Impressive Road Victory
Sunday, February 22, 2026, 7:00 PM ET · Target Center
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Who won Philadelphia 76ers vs Minnesota Timberwolves?
Philadelphia 76ers beat Minnesota Timberwolves 135-108 at Target Center on February 22, 2026.
Who was favored in Philadelphia 76ers vs Minnesota Timberwolves?
Minnesota Timberwolves were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -360 (about 78% implied). The underdog won.
The Philadelphia 76ers delivered a commanding performance against the Minnesota Timberwolves, winning the game 135-108 at the Target Center. This victory marked the 76ers' second consecutive win over the Timberwolves, extending their lead in the current series to 2-0. The 76ers have now outscored the Timberwolves in both meetings this season, showcasing their ability to perform well against Minnesota.
Entering the game, the Timberwolves held a home record of 35-23, while the 76ers had an away record of 31-26. Minnesota had been in solid form at home, winning seven of their last ten games and boasting an average of 123.2 points scored per game during that stretch. However, they were on a three-game winning streak leading into this matchup, which was a positive sign for the home crowd.
In contrast, the 76ers struggled recently, entering the game with a 5-5 record in their last ten outings and a four-game losing streak. They averaged 112.7 points scored per game over that span, which was significantly lower than their opponents. Despite this, the 76ers managed to break out of their slump in this game, demonstrating a sharp offensive performance that left the Timberwolves scrambling.
The Timberwolves' home games had seen them average 120.8 points scored and 114.0 points allowed in their last five games, while the 76ers had averaged just 106.8 points scored and 123.8 points allowed in their last five away games. This disparity in scoring averages highlighted the challenges the 76ers faced on the road, but they overcame those odds against Minnesota.
In terms of injuries, the Timberwolves were without Donte DiVincenzo due to an Achilles injury, which may have impacted their depth. The 76ers had Kentavious Caldwell-Pope listed as day-to-day with a finger injury, but he was able to contribute to the game, adding to the team's overall effectiveness.
The betting market, as provided by DraftKings, had the Timberwolves favored by 9.5 points, with a total set at 239.5. The odds reflected the Timberwolves' strong home record, but the 76ers' performance on the court proved that the odds did not accurately represent the outcome of the game.
Conditions at the Target Center were typical for a February evening, with both teams facing the usual challenges of a mid-season game. The atmosphere was charged, but the 76ers quickly took control, leading 125-104 in the fourth quarter, showcasing their offensive prowess with multiple three-pointers and effective layups down the stretch.
Key moments in the fourth quarter included Justin Edwards' impressive 24-foot three-pointer and Dalen Terry's contribution with another long-range shot, both of which helped to solidify the 76ers' lead. The Timberwolves struggled to respond, with their scoring efforts falling short as they attempted to close the gap.
Overall, the 76ers' ability to capitalize on their scoring opportunities and maintain defensive pressure allowed them to secure a decisive victory over the Timberwolves, further establishing their dominance in this season's matchup.
Odds
| Book | Spread | Total | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
| DraftKings | MIN -9.5 | 239.5 o -108 / u -112 | Philadelphia 76ers +285 · Minnesota Timberwolves -360 |
Injury report
- Donte DiVincenzoOutAchillesMinnesota Timberwolves
- Kentavious Caldwell-PopeDay-To-DayFingerPhiladelphia 76ers
Leaders
- PointsAnthony Edwards28Minnesota Timberwolves
- AssistsAyo Dosunmu4Minnesota Timberwolves
- ReboundsAnthony Edwards9Minnesota Timberwolves
- PointsTyrese Maxey39Philadelphia 76ers
- AssistsTyrese Maxey8Philadelphia 76ers
- ReboundsAndre Drummond9Philadelphia 76ers
Recent form
Minnesota Timberwolves
Last 10: 7-3Streak W3123.2 scored · 116.3 allowed per game4-2 at home
- W122-111vs Dallas MavericksFeb 21
- W133-109vs Portland Trail BlazersFeb 12
- W138-116vs Atlanta HawksFeb 10
- L96-115vs LA ClippersFeb 8
- L115-119vs New Orleans PelicansFeb 7
- W128-126at Toronto RaptorsFeb 5
- L128-137at Memphis GrizzliesFeb 3
- W131-114at Memphis GrizzliesFeb 1
- W123-111vs Oklahoma City ThunderJan 30
- W118-105at Dallas MavericksJan 29
Philadelphia 76ers
Last 10: 5-5Streak L4112.7 scored · 117 allowed per game3-3 away
- L111-126at New Orleans PelicansFeb 22
- L107-117vs Atlanta HawksFeb 20
- L89-138vs New York KnicksFeb 12
- L118-135at Portland Trail BlazersFeb 10
- W109-103at Phoenix SunsFeb 8
- L115-119at Los Angeles LakersFeb 6
- W113-94at Golden State WarriorsFeb 4
- W128-113at LA ClippersFeb 3
- W124-114vs New Orleans PelicansFeb 1
- W113-111vs Sacramento KingsJan 30
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Boston | - | 26 | W2 | .683 | 56 |
| New York | 3 | 29 | L1 | .646 | 53 |
| Toronto | 10 | 36 | W1 | .561 | 46 |
| Philadelphia | 11 | 37 | W2 | .549 | 45 |
| Brooklyn | 36 | 62 | L3 | .244 | 20 |
| Oklahoma City | - | 18 | L2 | .780 | 64 |
| Denver | 10 | 28 | W12 | .659 | 54 |
| Minnesota | 15 | 33 | W2 | .598 | 49 |
| Portland | 22 | 40 | W2 | .512 | 42 |
| Utah | 42 | 60 | L1 | .268 | 22 |
Box score
| Stat | Philadelphia 76ers | Minnesota Timberwolves |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 50-97 | 34-71 |
| Field goal % | 52 | 48 |
| Three-pointers | 21-37 | 10-33 |
| Three-point % | 57 | 30 |
| Free throws | 14-21 | 30-36 |
| Free throw % | 67 | 83 |
| Rebounds | 39 | 39 |
| Offensive rebounds | 10 | 6 |
| Defensive rebounds | 29 | 33 |
| Assists | 31 | 22 |
| Steals | 14 | 7 |
| Blocks | 1 | 8 |
| Turnovers | 10 | 20 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 0 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 5 | 21 |
| Fast-break points | 18 | 19 |
| Points in the paint | 48 | 46 |
| Fouls | 22 | 15 |
| Largest lead | 29 | 7 |
| Lead changes | 2 | 2 |
| Time in front | 89 | 7 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter92-78Adem Bona makes driving layup (Cameron Payne assists)
- 3rd Quarter94-78Tyrese Maxey makes 15-foot driving floating jump shot
- 4th Quarter96-78VJ Edgecombe makes dunk (Quentin Grimes assists)
- 4th Quarter96-80Julius Randle makes driving layup (Ayo Dosunmu assists)
- 4th Quarter99-80VJ Edgecombe makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 4th Quarter102-80Quentin Grimes makes 24-foot three point jumper (VJ Edgecombe assists)
- 4th Quarter102-83Ayo Dosunmu makes 23-foot running jump shot (Julius Randle assists)
- 4th Quarter104-83Dominick Barlow makes dunk (Quentin Grimes assists)
- 4th Quarter104-85Anthony Edwards makes 6-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter104-86Anthony Edwards makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter104-88Joan Beringer makes 2-foot alley oop dunk (Anthony Edwards assists)
- 4th Quarter104-90Ayo Dosunmu makes tip shot
- 4th Quarter106-90Tyrese Maxey makes 4-foot two point shot (Andre Drummond assists)
- 4th Quarter108-90Tyrese Maxey makes layup
- 4th Quarter108-91Julius Randle makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter108-92Julius Randle makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter110-92Andre Drummond makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter110-93Joan Beringer makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter110-94Joan Beringer makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter112-94Kelly Oubre Jr. makes driving layup (Tyrese Maxey assists)
- 4th Quarter113-94Kelly Oubre Jr. makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter113-95Jaden McDaniels makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter113-96Jaden McDaniels makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter116-96Kelly Oubre Jr. makes 22-foot three point jumper
- 4th Quarter116-98Anthony Edwards makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter119-98Tyrese Maxey makes 25-foot three pointer
- 4th Quarter120-98Kelly Oubre Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter120-100Jaden McDaniels makes 1-foot two point shot (Ayo Dosunmu assists)
- 4th Quarter123-100Quentin Grimes makes 23-foot three point jumper (Kelly Oubre Jr. assists)
- 4th Quarter125-100Dominick Barlow makes dunk (Tyrese Maxey assists)
- 4th Quarter125-102Terrence Shannon Jr. makes 2-foot two point shot (Joe Ingles assists)
- 4th Quarter125-103Terrence Shannon Jr. makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter125-104Terrence Shannon Jr. makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter128-104Justin Edwards makes 24-foot three point jumper (Trendon Watford assists)
- 4th Quarter131-104Dalen Terry makes 24-foot three pointer (Tyrese Martin assists)
- 4th Quarter131-106Jaylen Clark makes 6-foot driving floating jump shot
- 4th Quarter133-106Justin Edwards makes 14-foot pullup jump shot (Trendon Watford assists)
- 4th Quarter135-106Tyrese Martin makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter135-107Julian Phillips makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter135-108Julian Phillips makes free throw 2 of 2
Win probability
Above the line favours Minnesota Timberwolves, below favours Philadelphia 76ers.
Venue
- Target CenterMinneapolis, MN
- Attendance18978
- OfficialsJames Williams, Mark Lindsay, Jenna Reneau
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