Dallas Mavericks vs. Minnesota Timberwolves - Full Game 1 Highlights - May 22, 2024 NBA Playoffs

Mavericks Take Early Lead in Playoff Series Against Timberwolves

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The Dallas Mavericks took an early lead in their Western Conference playoff series against the Minnesota Timberwolves on May 22, 2024, with a 117-101 victory in Game 1 at the American Airlines Center.

Luka Dončić led the Mavericks with 30 points, 12 rebounds, and 8 assists, while Jalen Brunson added 24 points and Spencer Dinwiddie contributed 21 points. Karl-Anthony Towns led the Timberwolves with 29 points and 13 rebounds, but his team was unable to overcome the Mavericks' hot shooting in the first half.

The Mavericks hit 12 of their first 20 shots from the field, including 6 of 11 from three-point range, to build a 10-point lead in the first quarter. They extended their lead to 18 points in the second quarter and led by 20 points at halftime.

The Timberwolves made a run in the third quarter, cutting the Mavericks' lead to 8 points, but the Mavericks responded with a 10-0 run to put the game away.

The Mavericks will host the Timberwolves in Game 2 of the series on May 24, 2024, at the American Airlines Center.