Warriors escape with win over Timberwolves to cap tumultuous trip

MINNEAPOLIS — The Warriors hit their low-point of the season north of the border, but bounced back against the Timberwolves stateside.

Golden State dominated the first quarter, building a 24-point lead behind swarming defense and a barrage of 3-pointers.

No lead is safe in the NBA, especially a Warriors lead. Minnesota clawed back, quarter by quarter, offensive rebound by offensive rebound, free throw after free throw, tying the game late in the fourth quarter.

But Steph Curry elevated down the stretch...