The Minnesota Timberwolves delivered one of their most complete performances of the season when these two Western Conference rivals last faced off, defeating the Dallas Mavericks 124-94 on March 30, 2026, at American Airlines Center in Dallas.
The result extended Minnesota’s dominance in the season series as they dominated the match player stats, cementing their status as a legitimate playoff contender while Dallas continued to struggle with a 24-51 record and one of the worst stretches in franchise history.
Julius Randle led all scorers with 24 points, producing an efficient offensive display in the heart of his former rival’s building, with the Dallas native clearly motivated by the familiar surroundings.
Anthony Edwards, returning from a six-game absence due to a knee injury, contributed 17 points off the bench after being listed as a starter before arriving late to warm-ups and being replaced in the opening lineup by veteran Mike Conley.
Ayo Dosunmu produced the standout individual performance of the contest, delivering a triple-double of 16 points, 15 rebounds, and 12 assists to underline his impact since arriving from the Chicago Bulls at the trade deadline.
Rudy Gobert continued to anchor Minnesota’s interior game, posting 14 points and 10 rebounds, while Donte DiVincenzo shot efficiently from distance, finishing with 15 points on five-of-nine attempts from beyond the arc.
The Timberwolves shot 45 percent from three-point range, a stark contrast to Dallas who connected on just 24 percent of their attempts from downtown, highlighting the shooting gulf between the two sides.
Dallas’s Cooper Flagg, the top pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, represented one of the few bright spots for the home side but the Mavericks as a collective were overwhelmed by Minnesota’s depth and cohesion across all four quarters.
The win moved Minnesota to 46-29 on the season and into sole possession of fifth place in the Western Conference standings, a half-game clear of the Houston Rockets.
Timberwolves Vs Dallas Mavericks Match Player Stats: Minnesota Box Score
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | FG | 3PT | FT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Julius Randle | 24 | 7 | 3 | 9-17 | 1-4 | 5-6 |
| Ayo Dosunmu | 16 | 15 | 12 | 6-12 | 2-5 | 2-2 |
| Donte DiVincenzo | 15 | 4 | 4 | 6-11 | 5-9 | 0-0 |
| Anthony Edwards | 17 | 4 | 2 | 6-13 | 2-6 | 3-4 |
| Rudy Gobert | 14 | 10 | 2 | 7-9 | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Naz Reid | 10 | 5 | 1 | 4-8 | 2-4 | 0-0 |
| Jaden McDaniels | 9 | 5 | 2 | 4-9 | 1-3 | 0-0 |
| Mike Conley | 8 | 2 | 5 | 3-7 | 2-4 | 0-0 |
Dallas Mavericks Player Stats
| Player | PTS | REB | AST | FG | 3PT | FT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cooper Flagg | 18 | 6 | 3 | 7-15 | 2-6 | 2-2 |
| Klay Thompson | 12 | 3 | 1 | 4-11 | 3-8 | 1-1 |
| Daniel Gafford | 10 | 7 | 1 | 5-8 | 0-0 | 0-0 |
| Brandon Williams | 9 | 4 | 3 | 3-9 | 2-6 | 1-2 |
| P.J. Washington | 8 | 5 | 2 | 3-10 | 1-4 | 1-2 |
| Joan Beringer | 7 | 4 | 1 | 3-6 | 0-1 | 1-2 |
| AJ Johnson | 6 | 3 | 2 | 2-6 | 0-2 | 2-3 |
Timberwolves Vs Dallas Mavericks Match Player Stats: Game Summary
| Category | Minnesota | Dallas |
|---|---|---|
| Final Score | 124 | 94 |
| FG% | 51% | 40% |
| 3PT% | 45% (14-31) | 24% (7-29) |
| FT% | 67% (8-12) | 74% (25-34) |
| Rebounds | 51 | 53 |
| Assists | 29 | 18 |
| Turnovers | 11 | 15 |
| Largest Lead | 33 | 4 |
Dallas had no answer for Minnesota’s depth across the rotation, with the Timberwolves placing seven players in double figures across the box score.
The performance underlined the gulf in playoff readiness between the two franchises as the regular season entered its final stretch, with Minnesota firmly positioned in the postseason picture and Dallas already focused on the offseason.