The Golden State Warriors stole Game 1 on the road against the Minnesota Timberwolves in their second-round playoff series, even without Stephen Curry for a majority of the game. That meant someone else needed to step up, and in this case it was Jimmy Butler and Buddy Hield, who combined for 44 points in the 99-88 win against the Wolves.

The Warriors managed to steal a decisive 99-88 Game 1 victory on the road against the Timberwolves despite missing their superstar point guard. Strong performances from Jimmy Butler, Draymond Green, and Buddy Hield managed to guide the way.

Golden State defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 99-88 at Target Center to take a 1-0 lead, but Stephen Curry was ruled out for the remainder of the contest in the first half with a left hamstring strain.