GAME RECAP
Impact player
Jimmy Butler, Wolves
Played high-level defense on Pacers star Victor Oladipo and contributed 20 points, including an 8-for-8 performance from the free-throw line.
BY THE NUMBERS
21.2 The Wolves' shooting percentage from three-point range.
43 Wolves bench points, including 11 from Anthony Tolliver and 10 from Tyus Jones.
2 Missed free throws for the Wolves.
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