DENVER (AP) Kevin Garnett had 31 points and 13 rebounds, and Latrell Sprewell tipped in a shot with 16 seconds left to lead Minnesota past Denver.

Sam Cassell added 22 points, and Sprewell 13 to help Minnesota push its winning streak to five games and extend Denver's losing streak to a season-worst three games.

Andre Miller had a triple-double for Denver with 24 points, 10 rebounds and 10 assists.

Jazz 98, Clippers 93

SALT LAKE CITY (AP) Carlos Arroyo scored 20 points and Greg Ostertag had a season-high 18 to help Utah snap a five-game losing streak.

Andrei Kirilenko returned from a sprained right ankle to score 13 points for Utah. Elton Brand led the Clippers with 18 points.