The Timberwolves defeated the Pelicans, 96-89. Karl-Anthony Towns recorded 25 points, four rebounds and three blocks for the Timberwolves, while Anthony Edwards added 19 points, nine rebounds and five assists in the victory. Brandon Ingram led all scorers with 30 points, six rebounds and four assists for the Pelicans in the losing effort. The Timberwolves improve to 2-0 on the season, while the Pelicans fall to 0-3.