The Wolves avoided being the 16th team out of 21 to get swept after losing the first three games of a series that started at home.
Draymond Green and ESPN analyst Stephen A. Smith exchanged apologies prior to Game 4 of the Western Conference finals.
Kyrie Irving is perfect no more in closeout games.
The Timberwolves, after falling down 0-3 in the series, have forced a Game 5 in the Western Conference finals.