### Timberwolves' Julius Randle Shines with Triple-Double as Nets Remain Winless - The Minnesota Timberwolves secured a decisive victory against the Brooklyn Nets, winning 125-109 on November 4, 2025. This game marked Julius Randle's first triple-double with the Timberwolves, contributing significantly with 19 points, 11 rebounds, and 10 assists. The win also marked Minnesota's second consecutive victory, a notable achievement given their earlier struggles this season, particularly after losing star player Anthony Edwards to injury [https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/nets/timberwolves-nets-score-j96040][https://www.si.com/nba/timberwolves/onsi/minnesota-timberwolves-news/julius-randle-records-first-triple-double-with-wolves-in-win-over-brooklyn]. ### Breakdown of the Timberwolves' Recent Performance 1. **Recent Wins**: - The Timberwolves achieved back-to-back wins for the first time this season, overcoming the Charlotte Hornets 122-105 prior to defeating the Nets [https://apnews.com/article/timberwolves-hornets-score-f35367e47136313aa292c77a5a2cbccd]. 2. **Key Player Contributions**: - In the game against the Hornets, Randle scored 30 points, supported by Donte DiVincenzo and Naz Reid, who each added 18 points. Rudy Gobert also contributed with 14 points and 15 rebounds [https://www.startribune.com/julius-randle-scores-30-points-as-timberwolves-top-hornets-to-end-two-game-losing-streak/601461904]. 3. **Impact of Anthony Edwards' Absence**: - The Timberwolves had struggled without All-Star Anthony Edwards, who is sidelined with a right hamstring strain. His absence was felt during previous losses to the Denver Nuggets and Los Angeles Lakers [https://www.si.com/nba/timberwolves/onsi/minnesota-timberwolves-news/julius-randle-records-first-triple-double-with-wolves-in-win-over-brooklyn]. ### Supporting Data on Timberwolves' Performance - **Game Statistics**: - **Timberwolves vs. Hornets**: - Randle: 30 points - DiVincenzo: 18 points - Reid: 18 points - Gobert: 14 points, 15 rebounds - **Timberwolves vs. Nets**: - Randle: 19 points, 11 rebounds, 10 assists (triple-double) - **Nets' Record**: Remain winless after this game [https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/nets/timberwolves-nets-score-j96040][https://www.si.com/nba/timberwolves/onsi/minnesota-timberwolves-news/julius-randle-records-first-triple-double-with-wolves-in-win-over-brooklyn]. ### Conclusion: Timberwolves' Momentum Builds with Randle's Leadership - **Key Findings**: 1. **Julius Randle's Performance**: His triple-double against the Nets highlights his pivotal role in the Timberwolves' recent success. 2. **Team Resilience**: The back-to-back wins indicate a potential turnaround for the Timberwolves, especially in the absence of Edwards. 3. **Nets' Struggles**: The loss continues the Nets' winless streak, emphasizing their ongoing challenges this season. - The Timberwolves are showing signs of improvement, and Randle's leadership could be crucial as they navigate the season without their star player [https://www.newsday.com/sports/basketball/nets/timberwolves-nets-score-j96040][https://www.si.com/nba/timberwolves/onsi/minnesota-timberwolves-news/julius-randle-records-first-triple-double-with-wolves-in-win-over-brooklyn].