126-128! The sixth in the West fell down, 1-3 has reached the edge of the cliff, and it is difficult for the 6 players to win in double digits.

The just-concluded NBA Western Conference Finals G4 is definitely the most heartbreaking game of the season. The Minnesota Timberwolves lost to the Oklahoma City Thunder 126-128 at home, and fell 1-3 in the series and was basically eliminated. You know, three days ago, the Timberwolves defeated the Thunder with 42 points, and the situation seemed to be very good at that time. As a result, a few days passed and the situation completely changed. Edwards did not perform well at the critical moment, and 16 points plus 5 mistakes were really disappointing. Before the start of the game, Timberwolves fans were full of confidence. After all, the 42-point victory in G3 is still fresh in memory. But the reality is cruel, and the Thunder gave the Timberwolves a warning in the first quarter. Alexander and Jaylen Williams each scored 13 points, and 37 points in a single quarter directly disrupted the Timberwolves' rhythm. On the Timberwolves, Edwards scored only 2 points in the first quarter, and he was completely different from the G3 who scored 30 points.

What's worse is that the Timberwolves made 7 mistakes in the first quarter. In NBA-level games, mistakes are equivalent to giving away points, and 7 mistakes are basically throwing the victory out. The fans were 7 points behind 30-37 at home, and most of the fans were in a cold mood. In the third quarter, the Timberwolves suddenly recovered their form. Gobert, the French center who was suppressed throughout the series, finally found a feeling inside. Substitute Divincenzo scored two consecutive three-pointers and tied the score instantly. At that moment, the entire stadium was in full swing and the fans saw hope.

Unfortunately, the good times did not last long, and the young Thunder quickly stabilized their positions. Caruso made a key three-pointer, Homegren dunked inside, Alexander made a buzzer-beating shot, and every goal hit the Timberwolves. At the end of the third quarter, the Thunder led by 5 points 90-85, and the initiative returned to the visiting team.

Timberwolves tried their best to reverse, Reed dunked, Divincenzo three-pointer, and McDaniels made a key shot, and every point was nervous. The Timberwolves narrowed the gap to 2 points at one point, and the victory seemed to be within reach.

But the Thunder are the No. 1 in the West with 68 wins in the regular season, and they have stronger ability to handle balls at critical moments. Homegren received a pass from Alexander and made a three-pointer, directly widening the score to 8 points, basically announcing the end of the game.

Timberwolves scored in double digits, Walker scored 23 points, McDaniels scored 22 points, and Divincenzo scored 21 points, with a good substitute. But the core players did not perform well, Edwards made 16 points and 5 mistakes, Conley had only 6 points, and the two backcourt cores did not take the responsibility.

The most fatal thing is that the Timberwolves made 20 mistakes in the game, and it is difficult to win such a performance in the playoffs. Every mistake is given to the right phone, and every mistake is consuming hope for victory.

From a tactical perspective, the Timberwolves problem is obvious. They rely too much on personal abilities and lack systematic cooperation. Facing the Thunder's young and energetic defense, the Timberwolves' offense lacks organization. The Timberwolves' big victory in

G3 made the Timberwolves a little inflated, thinking that they could really compete with the Thunder. Reality tells them that a victory cannot tell anything, and a truly strong team needs to continue to perform steadily.

Thunder Young Core proves what youthful fearlessness is with actions. Alexander scored 40 points, 9 rebounds, 10 assists, and triple-double data, completely overwhelming Edwards. This dominance at critical moments is what a superstar deserves.

series is behind 1-3, and the game will be played away. NBA history, no team has completed a reversal under this situation. In other words, the Timberwolves can basically prepare to pack their luggage and go home.

From "Western Dark Horse" to "Western Black Hole", the Timberwolves completed this transformation in 4 games. Their playoff journey is likely to end in Oklahoma City.

Timberwolves turned the good situation into a bad situation and turned the hope of victory into a reality of failure. If Edwards wants to compete for "the alliance facade", he must first learn not to lose his links at critical moments. As for the 1-3 major reversal? It is basically impossible. Unless a miracle happens, this season will end unfortunately. The mistake at the critical moment led to failure, and the Timberwolves are in this state now. There is still a big gap between dreams and reality.