- Matchup: Oklahoma City Thunder vs Minnesota Timberwolves
- Date: Friday, December 19, 2025
- Venue: Target Center, Minneapolis, MN
- Broadcast: Prime Video
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On Friday, the Minnesota Timberwolves (17-10) will aim to secure a victory against the formidable Oklahoma City Thunder (24-2) at Target Center.
In their previous matchup, the Thunder were narrowly defeated by the Spurs with a score of 111-109. Oklahoma City recorded a field goal percentage of 41.3%, making 38 of 92 attempts, and hit 9 of 37 shots from beyond the arc. At the free-throw line, they exhibited efficiency, sinking 24 of 27 for an impressive 88.9%. Dominating the boards, the Thunder collected a total of 51 rebounds, including 14 offensive boards. They also managed 20 assists while forcing 19 turnovers and securing 13 steals. Defensively, Oklahoma City allowed San Antonio to shoot 41.1% from the field on 37 of 90 attempts. The Spurs dished out 21 assists and notched 9 steals, while gathering a total of 52 rebounds (15 offensive, 37 defensive) along with 4 blocked shots. San Antonio ended the game shooting 75.0% from the charity stripe, converting 24 of their 32 free throw efforts, and made 13 of their 42 long-range attempts. The Thunder accumulated 25 personal fouls compared to the Spurs’ 23.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander was a standout performer in this matchup, finishing with a remarkable 52.2% shooting from the field, along with 5 assists. Logging 37 minutes, he also secured 4 rebounds and tallied an impressive 29 points on 12 of 23 shooting.
The Thunder enter this game boasting an impressive 24-2 record for the season. Averaging 123.1 points per game (2nd in the league) and shooting 49.7% from the field, they have also excelled at 37.6% from three-point range (364 out of 968) and 83.4% from the free-throw line. As a cohesive unit, Oklahoma City collects 44.8 rebounds per game and has distributed 689 assists, ranking 12th in the NBA for passing. However, they average 12.8 turnovers and commit 21.0 personal fouls each game.
Defensively, the Thunder are adept at forcing their opponents into 17.9 turnovers per game and drawing 21.8 fouls. They limit opponents to 36.5% shooting on three-pointers and have comfortably secured the top position in the league, allowing just 106.3 points per game. They permit a field goal percentage of 42.6% (965 of 2,265) and give up 43.4 rebounds per contest. Ranking 3rd in the league, they’ve conceded 618 assists this season.
In their last outing, the Timberwolves fell to the Grizzlies with a score of 116-110. Minnesota allowed Memphis to grab a total of 54 rebounds (15 offensive) while shooting 32.4% from three-point range (11 of 34) and converting 21 out of 25 free throw attempts (84.0%). The Grizzlies managed to hit 42 of 96 shots from the field, equating to 43.8%. When the final buzzer went, Minnesota finished with 39 of 98 shooting for 39.8%, including 13 of 44 from three-point territory (29.5%). Their free-throw percentage was a solid 70.4%. The Grizzlies recorded 25 fouls, which led to 27 free throw attempts for the Timberwolves. Minnesota also witnessed 18 turnovers while achieving 11 steals, gathering a total of 52 rebounds during the game.
Julius Randle was a key player for the Timberwolves, contributing 21 points in 35 minutes and racking up 3 assists. He connected on 9 of 21 attempts for a shooting percentage of 42.9%, alongside 5 rebounds.
Currently, Minnesota’s win-loss record stands at 17-10 this season. Offensively, the Timberwolves are shooting 48.3% from the field, positioning themselves at 9th in the NBA. They have accumulated 3,225 points this season, averaging 119.4 points per game while also collecting 43.9 rebounds nightly. As a team, they are distributing 26.6 assists per game (12th in the NBA) and averaging 15.0 turnovers. Additionally, their average of 22.6 personal fouls per game is noteworthy, along with a free-throw percentage of 76.8%.
Defensively, the Timberwolves concede 35.4% on three-point attempts (323 of 912), while their opponents achieve a free-throw percentage of 77.2%. They allow 25.0 assists and 43.0 rebounds per game, ranking 8th and 12th in the league respectively. Minnesota ranks 10th in points allowed per game at 114.6. They force 14.6 turnovers each game and restrict teams to a field goal percentage of 46.2% (8th in the league).
Who will prevail in tonight’s NBA clash against the spread?
Recommendation: Select Oklahoma City
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