Phoenix Suns will be taking on the Minnesota Timberwolves on January 29, 2025. With the Jimmy Butler trade looming large, Bradley Beal and Co. will have to put in a lot of effort to keep the noise out. On the other hand, the Minnesota Timberwolves will be eager to secure a victory to keep themselves afloat for the playoffs. With the matchup looking to be a banger, here are the predictions, probable starting lineups, and injury updates.
Phoenix Suns vs. Minnesota Timberwolves: Prediction
Phoenix Suns and Minnesota Timberwolves are having almost identical seasons so far. Positioned 8th and 7th, respectively, both Western Conference teams are desperately trying to make the playoffs. While the Suns have 24 wins and 21 losses, the Timberwolves have 25 wins and an equal number of losses.
Kevin Durant’s shot-making ability is absurd. 🥶
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Now, the Suns will be riding high on confidence after beating the Los Angeles Clippers 111-109. Thus, the Suns managed to sneak in a victory to keep themselves in the hunt. Thus, they will surely try to maintain the winning momentum going forward.
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On the contrary, the Minnesota Timberwolves, too, have had a brilliant outing against the Atlanta Hawks. With a score of 100-92, the Timberwolves made a strong statement. This would surely keep the Suns concerned as they narrowly escaped defeat against the Clippers. All in all, the matchup is looking extremely close, and no clear favorites can be predicted beforehand.
Phoenix Suns vs. Minnesota Timberwolves: Probable Starting Lineups
Phoenix Suns
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- Kevin Durant
- Devin Booker
- Bradley Beal
- Tyus Jones
- Grayson Allen
Minnesota Timberwolves
- Anthony Edwards
- Julius Randle
- Naz Reid
- Jaden McDaniels
- Rudy Gobert
Phoenix Suns vs. Minnesota Timberwolves: Injury Report
The Minnesota Timberwolves have a significantly long list of injured players. Jesse Edwards will be out, creating significant problems for the Wolves. Other than that, the ones missing out for Minnesota are:
Terrence Shannon: Out (Ankle), Nickeil Alexander-Walker: Day-To-Day (Lower Body), Naz Reid: Day-To-Day (Shoulder), Donte DiVincenzo: Out (Toe)
Meanwhile, the Phoenix Suns will consider themselves lucky as they do not have any significant injury. The only player to miss out will be Ryan Dunn due to his ankle. Thus, with the battle lines drawn, it remains to be seen how things pan out on January 29, 2025.
