Beal, who led the way to a 130-109 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves for their first victory, could be excused for having a little bit of fun. But we’re good.”All it took for Washington to win this season was a new year and an opponent searching for direction without its primary contributor. The visitors did exactly what they should have, given the situation, and ground the Timberwolves into the floor on offense. Minnesota was efficient as well, shooting 47.7 percent from the field — evidence that one win doesn’t make Washington a defensive powerhouse — but had less firepower than the Wizards. He had 11 points, seven rebounds, three assists and three steals, and Brooks kept him on the court for part of the fourth as the rest of the starters rested.

Source: Washington Post January 02, 2021 03:53 UTC