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Wolves Beat Mavs in Dallas to Push West Finals Back to Minnesota

Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving Combine for 63 Points, but Wolves Prevail

In a thrilling Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals, the Minnesota Timberwolves beat the Dallas Mavericks 105-100 in Dallas on Monday night. The win sends the series back to Minnesota tied 2-2.

Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving led the Mavericks with 32 and 31 points, respectively, but it wasn't enough to overcome a strong performance by the Timberwolves. Karl-Anthony Towns had a team-high 29 points and 10 rebounds, while Anthony Edwards added 22 points and 9 assists.

The Timberwolves also got a boost from the return of D'Angelo Russell, who missed the first three games of the series with an injury. Russell had 15 points and 6 assists in his return.

The Mavericks led by as many as 13 points in the third quarter, but the Timberwolves chipped away at the lead and eventually took the lead for good with just over two minutes remaining in the game.

The Timberwolves will now host the Mavericks in Game 5 on Wednesday night. A win by the Wolves would send them to the NBA Finals for the first time since 2004.

Bill Walton Captures the Magic

In addition to the exciting basketball action, Monday night's game also featured a special moment from legendary commentator Bill Walton.

Walton, who is known for his colorful commentary and eccentric personality, was on hand to call the game for ESPN. During the third quarter, Walton delivered a passionate monologue about the beauty of the game of basketball and the importance of playing with passion and joy.

Walton's words were met with thunderous applause from the crowd, and they served as a reminder that basketball is more than just a game. It's a source of inspiration and a way to bring people together.

Conclusion

The Timberwolves' win in Game 4 was a major victory for the franchise. They now have a chance to close out the series at home and advance to the NBA Finals. The Mavericks, meanwhile, will need to regroup and find a way to win two straight games in Minnesota. The series is sure to be close, and the outcome is far from certain.