The Minnesota Timberwolves vs. San Antonio Spurs game will take place at Target Center on Sunday, December 29th, 2024, at 8:00 PM ET. The Timberwolves are currently in eighth place in the Western Conference with a 16-14 record and are on a two-game winning streak, the latest of which was a 113-112 victory over the third-ranked Houston Rockets.
The Spurs, who sit just behind the Timberwolves in ninth place with a 16-15 record, ended a two-game losing skid by defeating the Brooklyn Nets 96-87 in their most recent game. The two teams have already faced off twice this season. On November 2, the Spurs came out on top with a 113-103 win, while the Timberwolves responded with a 106-92 victory on December 15. Across their 137 regular-season meetings, the Timberwolves have won 42 games, while the Spurs have won 95.
Minnesota Timberwolves vs. San Antonio Spurs: Prediction
The Timberwolves have the 4th best defense in the league this season, allowing 107.1 points per game. However, their offense ranks 23rd with 109.2 points scored per game. On the boards, they are ranked 24th in total rebounds (42.7 per game) and 10th in opponent rebounds allowed (43.5). The Timberwolves are effective from beyond the arc, ranking 7th in 3-point shooting percentage at 37.6% and averaging 15 made three-pointers per game, which is 5th best in the NBA.
The Spurs score 111.2 points per game, placing them 20th in the league while allowing 112 points per game (14th in defense). San Antonio ranks 11th in total rebounds (44.7 per game) and 22nd in opponent rebounds allowed (44.7). They make 13.8 three-pointers per game, ranking 14th, and shoot 35% from beyond the arc, which is 19th in the league.
Minnesota Timberwolves vs. San Antonio Spurs: Probable Starting Lineups
Here are the expected lineups for both teams.
Minnesota Timberwolves
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- PG Mike Conley
- SG Anthony Edwards
- SF Jaden McDaniels
- PF Julius Randle
- C Rudy Gobert
San Antonio Spurs
- PG Chris Paul
- SG Devin Vassell
- SF Harrison Barnes
- PF Jeremy Sochan
- C Victor Wembanyama
Minnesota Timberwolves vs. San Antonio Spurs: Injuries Update
The Timberwolves have Daishen Nix and Luka Garza listed as questionable due to ankle injuries. Meanwhile, the Spurs have no reported injuries. Leading the way for San Antonio is Wembanyama, who averages 25.2 points, 10.1 rebounds, and 3.4 three-pointers per game. Vassell contributes 15.4 points and 2.2 three-pointers, while Sochan adds 14.9 points and 8.7 rebounds. Julian Champagnie (12.5 points, 2.7 threes) and Keldon Johnson (11.9 points, 5 rebounds) also play pivotal roles for the team.
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