Minnesota Timberwolves vs Los Angeles Clippers Final Score 120-128 — Jul 18, 2026 | Score, Box Score & Stats
NBA - Las Vegas Summer League · Thomas & Mack Center
Scoreboard
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | OT | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Timberwolves
|
19 | 23 | 33 | 40 | 5 | 120 |
Clippers
|
20 | 38 | 34 | 23 | 13 | 128 |
AI PREDICTIONNeural Network Forecast
AIThis forecast was generated before tip-off — compare it with the final score above.
| Q1 | Q2 | Q3 | Q4 | T | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
Timberwolves
|
27 | 26 | 27 | 27 | 107 |
|
Clippers
|
26 | 25 | 26 | 25 | 102 |
Confidence: 62%
Timberwolves favored
The Timberwolves enter this Summer League matchup with a slight edge despite both teams sitting at 2-2 records. Minnesota's roster features Pullin Zyon (21.8 ppg, 7.8 apg), whose playmaking and scoring consistency provide a more structured offensive identity than the Clippers' balanced-but-inconsistent approach. Edwards Anthony adds secondary scoring punch at 21.6 ppg, while McDaniels' defensive versatility rounds out a more cohesive unit. The Clippers rely heavily on K. Sanders (16.2 ppg), K. Wagler (15.3 ppg), and N. Martinelli (14.0 ppg, 6.5 rpg), but lack the clear primary decision-maker that Zyon provides Minnesota. Recent form slightly favors Minnesota: their 114-98 win over Indiana on 7/15 demonstrates offensive firepower, whereas the Clippers' 108-94 home win over Washington on 7/16 came against a weaker opponent. Head-to-head history is mixed—the Clippers won decisively 153-128 in March but Minnesota took the February 27 rematch 94-88, suggesting competitive balance. The pace differential is crucial: Minnesota runs a more up-tempo, Zyon-orchestrated system that will pressure the Clippers' transition defense. Expect a low-to-mid 200s total reflecting Summer League shooting variance and the Timberwolves' slight defensive edge. Minnesota's superior playmaking and pace control should narrow out a 5-point win.
Scoring Dynamics
First Half (Q1-Q2)
106P
Competitive start, Timberwolves establish early rhythm
Second Half (Q3-Q4)
103P
Clippers surge late but Timberwolves maintain narrow edge
Total Points
209
Range 200-218
Matchup Analysis
Clippers
K. Sanders scoring consistency
Recent home-court momentum
Strong rebounding presence
Inconsistent offensive execution
Summer league roster limitations
Timberwolves
Pullin Zyon elite playmaking
Edwards scoring prowess
Defensive depth from McDaniels
Recent defensive vulnerabilities
Low-scoring game struggles
Risk Factors
Summer league roster fluidity
Limited player availability data
High variance in development squad play
Players to Watch
Pullin Zyon
Timberwolves
Leading scorer and primary playmaker; orchestrates offensive flow and controls tempo
K. Sanders
Clippers
Clippers' offensive anchor; consistent 16+ ppg threat must manage Zyon's defense
Edwards Anthony
Timberwolves
Secondary scoring weapon; ability to create off-ball adds spacing advantage for Timberwolves
Statistical Edges
First to Score
Timberwolves
55%
Hottest Quarter
Q1
Game Preview
The Timberwolves establish early rhythm through Pullin Zyon's penetration and playmaking in the first quarter, building a 27-26 lead as Edwards Anthony finds open looks from the perimeter. K. Sanders keeps the Clippers competitive with consistent mid-range scoring, but Minnesota's pace prevents the home team from settling into a halfcourt rhythm. In the second quarter, the Clippers close the gap behind N. Martinelli's rebounding and Sanders' continued production, with the half ending tight at 53-53 as both teams struggle with Summer League shooting variance. The third quarter becomes a back-and-forth affair—Zyon and Edwards combine to push Minnesota up 80-79 entering the final frame, but Sanders and K. Wagler answer for Los Angeles, tying the game at 97-97 midway through Q4. In the closing minutes, Zyon's superior decision-making and Edwards' scoring off the bench propel Minnesota to a 107-102 victory as the Clippers' rotational depth falters down the stretch. The game epitomizes Summer League unpredictability: neither team shoots above 42%, turnovers abound, but Minnesota's structured playmaking proves marginally superior in crunch time.
Both teams are evenly matched (2-2 records, similar PPG), but Minnesota's clear primary creator (Zyon) and pace edge provide a slight structural advantage. Confidence held at 62% due to Summer League volatility and roster composition uncertainty.
Team Stats
Timberwolves
STAT
Clippers
| Team | FG | FG% | 3P | 3P% | FT | FT% | REB | OREB | DREB | AST | STL | BLK | TO | PF |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Timberwolves |
18/33 | 55% | 19/40 | 48% | 16/23 | 70% | 31 | - | - | 28 | 6 | 2 | 18 | - |
| Clippers |
34/53 | 64% | 13/32 | 41% | 14/16 | 88% | 41 | - | - | 32 | 10 | 2 | 15 | - |
Minnesota Timberwolves vs Los Angeles Clippers — Game Recap
Los Angeles Clippers beat Minnesota Timberwolves 128-120 in NBA - Las Vegas Summer League play on July 18, 2026 at Thomas & Mack Center. The game needed overtime to be decided.
Los Angeles Clippers led 58-42 at halftime, and they finished the job with a 8-point margin.
J. Williams led Minnesota Timberwolves with 21 points. K. Wagler led Los Angeles Clippers with 26 points.
Before tip-off, our AI model predicted Minnesota Timberwolves to win 107-102 — the pick missed. The forecast projected 209 total points against 248 actually scored; the full quarter-by-quarter prediction for this game is free to view on this page.
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Minnesota Timberwolves — Players
| Player | MIN | PTS | REB | AST | FG | 3P | FT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Pullin ZyonS |
31:45 | 18 | 3 | 8 | 1/5 | 1/3 | 8/9 |
 R. ZikarskyS |
24:56 | 16 | 7 | 5 | 6/8 | 0/2 | 2/5 |
 I. EvansS |
27:19 | 14 | 2 | 3 | 0/1 | 4/9 | 1/1 |
 N. SantosS |
26:08 | 13 | 6 | 1 | 0/1 | 3/6 | 3/3 |
 E. FreemanS |
19:07 | 7 | 3 | 2 | 1/3 | 1/2 | 1/4 |
 J. WilliamsB |
16:51 | 21 | 1 | 1 | 3/3 | 5/7 | 0/0 |
 D. WilliamsB |
16:30 | 10 | 1 | 2 | 4/4 | 0/4 | 1/1 |
 C. MantisB |
07:25 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 1/2 | 2/2 | 0/0 |
 T. Kaufman RennB |
14:42 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 2/4 | 1/2 | 0/0 |
 D. BaughB |
17:47 | 6 | 3 | 3 | 0/2 | 2/3 | 0/0 |
 D. HarrisB |
02:50 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0/0 | 0/0 | 0/0 |
 A. MahaneyB |
03:10 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0/0 | 0/0 |
 D. McGlocktonB |
01:29 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0/0 | 0/0 | 0/0 |
Los Angeles Clippers — Players
| Player | MIN | PTS | REB | AST | FG | 3P | FT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 K. WaglerS |
28:29 | 26 | 4 | 2 | 7/12 | 2/7 | 4/5 |
 S. PedullaS |
29:55 | 24 | 5 | 11 | 3/6 | 5/9 | 2/2 |
 N. MartinelliS |
29:07 | 18 | 6 | 2 | 7/8 | 0/0 | 3/4 |
 B. MillerS |
20:29 | 15 | 4 | 6 | 6/10 | 1/3 | 0/0 |
 J. TelfortS |
23:06 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1/1 | 1/3 | 0/0 |
 N. OmierB |
25:57 | 20 | 15 | 5 | 6/8 | 2/2 | 1/1 |
 F. LoyerB |
15:04 | 7 | 0 | 0 | 1/2 | 1/3 | 2/2 |
T. FulksB |
16:21 | 7 | 3 | 5 | 1/2 | 1/3 | 1/1 |
 R. KugelB |
12:53 | 6 | 2 | 0 | 2/4 | 0/1 | 1/1 |
 Z. FreemantleB |
08:39 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0/0 | 0/1 | 0/0 |
Season Comparison
Timberwolves
STAT
Clippers
2-2
Record
2-2
.500
PCT
.500
19
Position
13
385
Points For
382
402
Points Against
366
4
Games Played
4
-
Streak
-
93.5
Points Per Game
85.0
96.5
Opp. Points Per Game
91.0
Head to Head
2
2
Mar 12, 2026
Timberwolves
128 - 153
Clippers
Feb 27, 2026
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94 - 88
Clippers
Feb 8, 2026
Clippers
115 - 96
Timberwolves
Dec 7, 2025
Clippers
106 - 109
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