Anthony Edwards scores 26 points as Timberwolves beat Raptors

Anthony Edwards scores 26 points as Timberwolves beat Raptors

October 26, 2026 Alex Carter - Sports Editor Sport

Anthony Edwards scored 26 points in 27 minutes to lead the Minnesota Timberwolves to a 117-94 victory over the Toronto Raptors on October 25, 2026, at Target Center. The game marked the home opener for Minnesota, which played without Kawhi Leonard after the Toronto forward was scratched due to left knee swelling just an hour before tipoff.

Minnesota Extends Early-Season Dominance

The Timberwolves capitalized on a hot-shooting performance in front of their home crowd, improving their record to 3-0. Minnesota has won its first three games by margins of 25, 22, and 23 points. The team shot 56 percent from the floor and 48 percent from beyond the arc while outrebounding Toronto 49 to 34.

Rudy Gobert anchored the defensive effort for Minnesota, grabbing 13 rebounds and holding the Raptors to just 9-for-29 shooting in the first quarter, which included a 1-for-10 mark from 3-point range. Jaden McDaniels added 14 points, six rebounds, and three blocks. LaMelo Ball contributed 15 points in 16 minutes during his regular-season debut for his new club, shooting 4 for 5 from distance before foul trouble limited his playing time.

Betting markets had priced the contest closely with a 1.5 spread and a total points line of 230.5, but Minnesota quickly broke away. The Timberwolves built a 32-21 lead by the end of the first quarter and stretched their advantage to as many as 32 points down the stretch.

Toronto Struggles Without Leonard and Barnes

With Kawhi Leonard sidelined by left knee swelling, the Raptors turned to Ja’Kobe Walter to start. Walter led Toronto with 22 points, while R.J. Barrett added 20 points, and Immanuel Quickley had 19 points for Toronto. The team fell to 2-1 on the young season after facing a double-digit deficit late in the opening period.

Scottie Barnes endured a difficult night for Toronto, finishing with zero points on 0-for-12 shooting from the field without attempting a free throw. Raptors head coach Darko Rajakovic defended Barnes after the game, stating that the Timberwolves did not execute any special defensive scheme to disrupt him.

Anthony Edwards scores 26 points as Timberwolves beat Raptors
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“I don’t think they did anything, to be honest with you, that they got him off the game. He just missed his shots. All the shots that he took in the game, I thought they were good shots. This is not going to happen again to Scottie. Scottie is going to make those shots next time,” Rajakovic told reporters.

Later in the contest, Raptors forward Kyle Anderson received a loud ovation when he entered the game in the third quarter. Anderson played two-plus seasons and appeared in 27 playoff games for Minnesota before joining Toronto. He went scoreless in 10 minutes of action.

Upcoming Schedules and Broadcasts

The Timberwolves travel to face the Cleveland Cavaliers on Monday, October 26, at 6:00 PM CT, with television coverage on DAZN. Minnesota then returns home to host the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday, October 28, and the LA Clippers on Friday, October 30.

The Raptors return home to host the Orlando Magic on Wednesday night.

Disclaimer: The insights provided in this article are for informational and entertainment purposes only and do not constitute medical advice or sports betting recommendations.

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