Pekovic, Wolves beat Philly, 94-87

The Timberwolves bounced out of the All-Star Break beautifully with a 94-87 win over the 76ers Wednesday night at Target Center.

Nikola Pekovic led Minnesota with 27 points and 18 rebounds. Derrick Williams added 17 points and Ricky Rubio finished with 11 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists.

Minnesota dominated at the free throw line, hitting 33 of 44 attempts.

The Wolves led by as many as 19 points and had the lead from start to finish.