Anthony Edwards scores 41 as the Timberwolves beat struggling Wizards 120-106

WASHINGTON (AP) — Anthony Edwards scored 20 of his 41 points in the fourth quarter and the Minnesota Timberwolves overcome a sloppy first half and beat the NBA-worst Washington Wizards 120-106 on Monday night.

Earlier Monday, Edwards was fined $50,000 by the NBA for an obscene gesture directed at an official in Saturday's loss in Memphis.

Edwards, a two-time All-Star, had a strong final period, shooting 6 for 11 from the floor and 3 for 5 from 3-point range to turn what had been a tight contest into a comfortable win.

Julius Randle added 20 points and 10 rebounds and Rudy Gobert had 11 points and 11 rebounds for Minnesota, which committed 13 turnovers in the first half and briefly trailed the Wizards in the third quarter.

Kyle Kuzma scored 22 points and and Jordan Poole added 20 in Washington's seventh straight loss.

Timberwolves: This was not the cleanest performance, but it was a fourth win in five games and third consecutive road victory. And, the offense improved when it mattered most, turning the ball over only six times after the break.

Wizards: A strong 3-point shooting game hints at what rebuilding Washington hopes to be in the future. They finished shooting 42.5% from beyond the arc (17 of 40), with all five starters sinking at least two 3s.

Edwards hit a reverse layup and fed Nickeil Alexander-Walker for a baseline 3 on consecutive possessions to start a 16-2 game-deciding run midway through the fourth quarter. Later in the run, he danced his way into a timeout after sinking a deep 3 from the right wing.

Minnesota more than doubled up Washington in free throw attempts, 31-15.

The Timberwolves return home against Golden State on Wednesday, while the Wizards host Phoenix on Thursday.

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Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards, right, reacts with guard Nickeil Alexander-Walker (9) after Alexander-Walker made a 3-point basket during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Washington Wizards, Monday, Jan. 13, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Washington Wizards forward Alexandre Sarr dunks during the second half of an NBA basketball game against the Minnesota Timberwolves, Monday, Jan. 13, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Washington Wizards forward Alexandre Sarr, left, falls after being fouled by Minnesota Timberwolves center Naz Reid, right, during the second half of an NBA basketball game, Monday, Jan. 13, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards loses his grip on the ball during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Washington Wizards, Monday, Jan. 13, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle, left, goes to the basket as he is fouled by Washington Wizards forward Justin Champagnie (9) during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Monday, Jan. 13, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) dribbles the ball during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Washington Wizards, Monday, Jan. 13, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Minnesota Timberwolves guard Anthony Edwards (5) goes to the basket past Washington Wizards guard Bilal Coulibaly (0) during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Monday, Jan. 13, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle (30) goes to the basket as he is fouled by Washington Wizards forward Alex Sarr (20) during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Monday, Jan. 13, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert, right, dunks over Washington Wizards forward Alex Sarr (20) during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Monday, Jan. 13, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle (30) drives against Washington Wizards guard Bub Carrington (8) during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Monday, Jan. 13, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

Minnesota Timberwolves forward Jaden McDaniels (3) looks to pass the ball against Washington Wizards guard Bub Carrington, center right, during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Monday, Jan. 13, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Nick Wass)

ISLAMABAD (AP) — A gas cylinder explosion early Sunday after a wedding reception at a home in Pakistan’s capital killed at least eight people, including the bride and groom, police and officials said.

The blast occurred as guests who had gathered to celebrate the couple were sleeping at the house, causing part of the house to collapse, according to the Islamabad police. Seven people were injured.

In a statement, police said the explosion occurred in a residential area in the heart of the city. A government administrator, Sahibzada Yousaf, said authorities were alerted about the blast early Sunday and officers are still investigating. He said some nearby homes were also damaged.

Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif expressed grief over the loss of lives and offered condolences to the victims’ families, according to a statement from his office. He directed health authorities to ensure the injured receive the best possible treatment and ordered a full investigation.

Many Pakistani households rely on liquefied petroleum gas cylinders because of low natural gas pressure, and such cylinders have been linked to deadly accidents caused by gas leaks. Police said investigations were ongoing.

Government officials survey the damage of a home caused by a gas cylinder explosion hours after a wedding reception, in Islamabad, Pakistan, Sunday, Jan. 11, 2026. (AP Photo/Ehsan Shahzad)