Timberwolves vs Trail Blazers
Wed, Feb 11
Final
Timberwolves
Timberwolves
(33 - 22)
133
-
109
Trail Blazers
Trail Blazers
(26 - 28)
| Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | T |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Timberwolves | 32 | 29 | 35 | 37 | 133 |
| Trail Blazers | 26 | 25 | 31 | 27 | 109 |
Venue: Target Center
GAME LEADERS
PTS
REB
AST
Julius Randle
MIN | #30 | F/C
41
7
2
Jrue Holiday
POR | #5 | G
23
5
5
Smart Game Analysis
Minnesota Timberwolves has a 74% chance of winning the game
The Timberwolves are poised to end the Trail Blazers' three-game win streak at home, capitalizing on their superior offensive efficiency and Portland's significant injury absences.
Key Analysis
- • Portland is missing key scorers Damian Lillard and Shaedon Sharpe, severely limiting their offensive firepower.
- • Minnesota has won its last 10 home games against Northwest Division opponents with losing records.
- • Anthony Edwards, averaging nearly 30 points per game, faces a Trail Blazers defense that ranks 23rd in points allowed.
- • The Timberwolves boast the league's 4th-best 3-point shooting percentage (37.4%), which poses a threat to Portland's perimeter defense.
- • Minnesota's 5th-ranked offense is significantly more potent than the teams Portland defeated during their recent streak.
- • Portland must dominate the glass with their 5th-ranked rebounding unit to have a chance at an upset.
