- Matchup: Minnesota Timberwolves vs Portland Trail Blazers
- Date: Tuesday, February 24, 2026
- Venue: Moda Center, Portland, OR
- Broadcast: NBC
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The Moda Center will host the matchup between the Portland Trail Blazers (28-30) and the Minnesota Timberwolves (35-23) on Tuesday evening.
In their most recent contest, the Timberwolves took on the 76ers, suffering a defeat with a scoreline of 135-108. Minnesota managed a field goal percentage of 47.9% (34 out of 71) and shot 10 out of 33 from beyond the arc. At the free-throw line, the Timberwolves were successful on 30 of 36 attempts for a solid 83.3%. They secured a total of 39 rebounds, including 6 offensive boards, and distributed 22 assists while forcing their opponents into 11 turnovers and recording 7 steals. Defensively, Minnesota allowed a shooting percentage of 51.5% from their opponents, who shot 50 of 97. Philadelphia compiled 31 assists and 14 steals, along with 39 rebounds (10 offensive, 29 defensive) and 8 blocks. The 76ers converted 66.7% of their free-throw attempts, making 14 out of 21, and hit 21 of 37 from long range. Minnesota committed 15 fouls while Philadelphia recorded 22.
Anthony Edwards was a standout performer for the Timberwolves in this game, scoring 28 points on 11 of 19 shooting. He played a total of 34 minutes and grabbed 9 rebounds, finishing with an impressive floor percentage of 57.9% and dishing out 3 assists.
The Timberwolves bring a record of 35-23 into this game, averaging 119.5 points per contest (ranking 4th in the league) and shooting 48.3% from the floor. They are hitting 37.4% from three-point territory (824 of 2,205) and 74.6% from the free-throw line. As a team, Minnesota grabs an average of 44.9 rebounds per game and boasts 1,534 assists this season, placing them 11th in the NBA for assists. However, they average 14.7 turnovers and commit 21.2 fouls per game.
Defensively, the Timberwolves force their opponents into an average of 15.1 turnovers per game while accumulating 20.9 personal fouls. They rank 14th in assists allowed, giving up 1,511 assists throughout the season. Minnesota permits a field goal percentage of 46.3% (2,412 of 5,215) and averages 43.1 rebounds allowed per game. Opponents shoot 36.1% from beyond the arc against them, and the Timberwolves are 14th in the league for points allowed per game at 115.0.
In their last outing, the Trail Blazers secured a victory over the Suns, finishing 92-77. They collected 34 defensive rebounds and 13 offensive boards, totaling 47 rebounds in the game. However, the Trail Blazers turned the ball over 21 times while achieving 10 steals. The Suns committed 16 fouls, granting Portland 11 free-throw attempts, of which they converted 6 for a shooting percentage of 54.5%. Portland shot 10 of 37 from three (27.0%) and ended the game with a 46.9% shooting rate (38 of 81). Defensively, they allowed the Suns to make 31 of 85 attempts from the field (36.5% shooting) and were solid at the free-throw line, converting all 6 attempts (100%). Overall, Portland allowed the Suns 41 rebounds, including 13 offensive boards.
Donovan Clingan played a crucial role for the Trail Blazers in this matchup, making 9 of 13 shots for a shooting percentage of 69.2%, and collecting 13 rebounds. Clingan finished with 23 points in 31 minutes and contributed 3 assists.
The Trail Blazers currently hold a 28-30 record this season. They commit an average of 20.2 fouls per game and shoot 76.8% from the free-throw line. They average 24.7 assists per game (ranked 26th in the league) and turn the ball over 17.4 times per contest. On offense, the Trail Blazers have scored 6,709 total points this year, averaging 115.7 points per game, while grabbing 45.9 rebounds on average. Their field goal percentage stands at 45.2%, ranking them 28th in the NBA.
On defense, Portland ranks 23rd in points allowed per game at 118.2. They force an average of 15.3 turnovers and allow opponents to shoot 47.5% from the field (20th in the league). Opponents connect on 36.1% of their three-point attempts. Additionally, they allow opponents to shoot 79.7% at the free-throw line. Portland also surrenders an average of 26.9 assists and 43.4 rebounds per game, placing them 17th and 12th in the league, respectively.
Who will come out on top in tonight’s NBA game against the spread?
Prediction: Take Minnesota
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