The Timberwolves defeated the Hornets to win their fourth consecutive game, 123-117. Karl-Anthony Towns led Minnesota with 28 points (4-8 3PT), seven rebounds, and five assists as Rudy Gobert totaled 26 points (10-12 FG), 12 rebounds, and three blocks. Terry Rozier led the Hornets with 23 points, six rebounds and seven assists while P.J. Washington added 18 points, seven rebounds, and five assists. The Timberwolves move to 15-4 with the win as the Hornets fall to 6-12 with the loss.