UPDATE: In a jaw-dropping finish, the Phoenix Suns rallied from an eight-point deficit in the final minute to defeat the Minnesota Timberwolves 114-113 on November 10, 2023. This thrilling victory marks the Suns’ seventh win in their last eight games, showcasing their resilience and competitive spirit.
With just under a minute left in the game, the Timberwolves led 113-105 after Donte DiVincenzo hit a crucial free throw. However, the Suns weren’t finished yet. Backup guard Collin Gillespie capped off a stunning comeback with a go-ahead jumper with only 6.4 seconds remaining, silencing the Timberwolves’ earlier bravado.
“They were talking too early and I love that,” said Suns forward Dillon Brooks. “Once the pressure starts heating up, their eyes start getting big, they start getting scared.”
In the frantic final moments, the Suns executed a series of remarkable plays. After Brooks missed a three-pointer, Royce O’Neale secured an offensive rebound and scored, cutting the Timberwolves’ lead to 113-107. Gillespie then stole an in-bounds pass, setting up Jordan Goodwin for a three-pointer that trimmed the deficit to 113-110 with 43.4 seconds on the clock.
As the game intensified, the Timberwolves’ Anthony Edwards missed two critical free throws, setting the stage for a last-minute shot by the Suns. With both Brooks and star guard Devin Booker fouled out, Gillespie stepped up as the lead scoring option. He delivered under pressure, sinking a contested jumper to secure the Suns’ narrow victory.
“We’re just super competitive, winners and want to play winning basketball,” Gillespie stated, reflecting on the team’s determination.
The Timberwolves’ coach, Chris Finch, lamented the team’s late-game execution: “We lost our minds. Poor execution, turnovers, obviously, and just didn’t stay locked-in during the last 90 seconds.”
This unexpected triumph comes as the Suns, initially predicted to struggle this season, now boast a formidable 10-6 record. Coach Jordan Ott praised his team’s grit: “Just tough, gritty, competitive, together and selfless… it doesn’t stop.”
As the Suns continue to build momentum, they are establishing themselves as a force in the Western Conference. Fans and analysts alike are eager to see if this victory will propel them further into playoff contention.
Stay tuned for more updates on this developing story and the Suns’ next match-up.
