In a tough matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder, the Minnesota Timberwolves faced unfortunate setbacks as guard Jaylen Clark was forced to exit the game due to neck pain following a hard fall on the court. The young 6-foot-4 guard, who had been showing promise with 14 points in just 18 minutes, left the game after a collision with the imposing 7-footer Isaiah Hartenstein. Despite their efforts, the Timberwolves struggled to maintain their lead after Clark's departure and ultimately fell short in a 130-123 loss.
This injury adds to the challenges the Timberwolves are facing, as they were already missing key players like Rudy Gobert, Julius Randle, and Donte DiVincenzo. Coach Chris Finch provided no immediate update on Clark's condition, leaving fans curious about the team's outlook moving forward. With a quick turnaround for a rematch against the Thunder, the Timberwolves will need to regroup and make adjustments to overcome their recent string of injuries and setbacks on the court.