Timberwolves End 18-Game Losing Streak in Boston
The Minnesota Timberwolves claim a precious victory against Boston. Led by Bones Hyland and Jaden McDaniels, they finally break their curse at TD Garden with a 102-92 win over the Celtics.
Mar 22, 2026; Boston, Massachusetts, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves guard Ayo Dosunmu (13) reaches for the ball while Boston Celtics guard Jaylen Brown (7) defends during the second half at TD Garden. Mandatory Credit: Bob DeChiara-Imagn Images
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A seemingly endless streak has finally come to an end for the Minnesota Timberwolves. After 18 consecutive losses on the Celtics home floor, the Minnesota franchise has finally rediscovered the taste of victory in Boston, winning 102-92 in a game where they made the difference.
Celtics in the 4th quarter tonight:
🧱 15 PTS
🧱 5-27 FG
🧱 0-7 3PLose to Wolves at home for 1st time since 2006 pic.twitter.com/eocWnlTmhb
— BrickCenter (@BrickCenter_) March 23, 2026
Bones Hyland and Jaden McDaniels Lead Wolves’ Offense
The Timberwolves owe this victory in large part to the remarkable performance of Bones Hyland, who scored 23 points. The guard was the offensive spearhead for his team, consistently finding his range to keep Minnesota in the game and then pull away late.
Jaden McDaniels was equally impressive with his 19 points, providing valuable contributions on both ends of the floor. The forward stepped up in crucial moments, helping his team control the final minutes of the game.
This 102-92 victory represents much more than just a simple win for the Timberwolves. It ends a curse that had lasted far too long at TD Garden, where the team hadn’t tasted victory in 18 games. A huge psychological weight has just been lifted from the shoulders of Minnesota’s players.
For the Celtics, this home loss represents an unexpected setback against a team that could no longer win in their arena. Boston will need to bounce back quickly to prevent this type of underperformance from settling into their season.
With a background in sports management, Nicolas Flamecourt covers NBA news with a particular passion for the North American league, which he has been following for several years. He also covers the NCAA, including news and scouting of future prospects, and regularly conducts interviews with French players as well as players competing in Europe.
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