The Minnesota Timberwolves have Anthony Edwards. The Golden State Warriors do not. Sometimes, it's just that simple. The Wolves, led by Edwards' 30 points and five assists, beat the Dubs 117-110 on Monday night to take a commanding 3-1 lead in the semifinals of the Western Conference playoffs.

Once Anthony Edwards and the Minnesota Timberwolves got going on Monday night, there was no stopping them. Edwards and the Timberwolves erupted in the second half at the Chase Center to pick up a commanding 117-110 win over the Golden State Warriors in Game 4 of their Western Conference semifinals series.

Warriors coach Steve Kerr keeps stressing how if Golden State is going to win its playoff series against the Minnesota Timberwolves it will be because of defense.