Anthony Edwards scored 33 points, Julius Randle added 28 and the Minnesota Timberwolves won their fourth straight game by beating the Phoenix Suns 121-113 on Wednesday night.
Tempers flared and the Minnesota Timberwolves responded.
Minnesota will attempt to keep its four-game win streak alive when the Timberwolves take on Utah. Thursday's meeting is the first this season for the two squads.
The teams meet Thursday for the first of four times this season. When Utah last played, seven players sat out.
A remarkable recent growth in offensive efficiency exhibited by Ant, Naz and McDaniels offers hope for the season.
The Timberwolves appear to be gaining momentum in their quest to be a one of the league's most dangerous teams.