Julius Randle scored 29 points on 13-for-18 shooting to send the Minnesota Timberwolves to the Western Conference finals for the second straight time with a 121-110 victory over the Golden State Warriors in Game 5 on Wednesday night.

The Celtics were clicking on all cylinders, with Derrick White leading the way. The role player, who has become much more than just that in recent years, finished with 34 points, shooting 7-of-13 from deep in the win.

The Warriors struggled in the first half of Wednesday's Game 5, taking a 62-47 deficit after two periods. Golden State has desperately needed their guys to step up in Curry's absence, but have not gotten much luck.

After the Boston Celtics stayed alive in their respective series, it's win or go home for the Golden State Warriors in the 2025 NBA playoffs. Down 3-1 with Jayson Tatum out after a ruptured Achilles tendon,

After a second-round exit to the Minnesota Timberwolves in the 2025 NBA playoffs, the Golden State Warriors are entering a critical offseason.

Stephen Curry missed his third game with a strained hamstring. He is not expected to play in Game 5 on Wednesday.