- Matchup: Philadelphia 76ers vs Minnesota Timberwolves
- Scheduled Date: Sunday, February 22, 2026
- Venue: Target Center in Minneapolis, MN
- Broadcast: FanDuel Sports Network
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The Philadelphia 76ers (30-24) are set to visit the Target Center this Sunday, aiming for a victory against the Minnesota Timberwolves (34-22).
In their latest outing, the 76ers faced off against the Knicks but were defeated, ending the game at 138-89. Philadelphia shot 37.5% from the field (33 of 88) and converted 6 of 32 attempts from beyond the arc. At the free-throw line, they successfully sank 17 of 21 shots, achieving an 81.0% conversion rate. On the boards, the 76ers gathered a total of 38 rebounds, including 12 offensive rebounds. They also distributed 16 assists while forcing the opposing team into 15 turnovers and collecting 9 steals. Defensively, Philadelphia’s opponents shot 52.7%, hitting 48 of 91 attempts. New York recorded 41 assists and tallied 13 steals, in addition to securing 51 rebounds (12 offensive, 39 defensive) and blocking 6 shots. New York shot 81.5% from the free-throw line, hitting 22 of 27, and made 20 of 44 attempts from three-point range. The 76ers committed 18 personal fouls while the Knicks committed 16.
Tyrese Maxey played a critical role in the recent game, achieving a shooting percentage of 42.9% and registering 2 assists. He logged 32 minutes and secured 2 rebounds, finishing with 32 points from 9 of 21 shooting.
As they approach this contest, Philadelphia holds a record of 30-24 this season. They average 116.2 points per game (ranked 13th in the NBA) and shoot 46.0% from the field. The 76ers have a three-point shooting percentage of 35.6% (686 of 1,928) and an 81.6% free throw success rate. Collectively, Philadelphia grabs 43.3 rebounds per game, but ranks 26th in assists with 1,336 total this season. They commit 13.9 turnovers per game and average 20.3 personal fouls per contest.
On the defensive end, the 76ers force 15.6 turnovers per game while averaging 20.4 fouls. They limit opponents to a 35.5% success rate from the three-point line and stand at 16th in points allowed per game (115.9). Philadelphia surrenders a shooting percentage of 47.1% (2,275 of 4,831) and allows 44.8 rebounds per game, ranking 22nd in assists conceded, with a total of 1,499.
On their last outing, the Timberwolves secured a victory over the Trail Blazers, winning 133-109. In terms of rebounding, Minnesota allowed Portland to collect 50 total rebounds (18 offensive). The Timberwolves hit 35.6% of their shots from three, with 16 of 45 successful attempts, and shot 81.3% (13 of 16) from the free throw line. They enabled the Trail Blazers to score 40 of 94 attempts, resulting in a field goal percentage of 42.6% for Portland. Overall, Minnesota shot 51.7% (45 of 87) from the floor, including a 41.2% success rate from three-point territory, converting 14 of 34 attempts. They made 29 free throws for an 82.9% success rate. Portland committed 22 fouls, leading to 35 free throw attempts for Minnesota. The Timberwolves committed 15 turnovers while achieving 14 steals, securing 32 defensive rebounds and 11 offensive rebounds for a total of 43 rebounds.
Julius Randle was a pivotal player for the Timberwolves, hitting 14 of 24 shots for a 58.3% field goal percentage and recording 7 rebounds. He racked up 41 points in his 33 minutes on the floor, also adding 2 assists.
The Timberwolves currently hold a 34-22 record for the season. They commit an average of 21.3 fouls per game and have a free throw percentage of 74.6%. Minnesota averages 26.5 assists per game (ranked 13th in the league) and records 14.5 turnovers per game. They have totaled 6,702 points this season (119.7 points per game) while grabbing 44.8 rebounds per game. Offensively, the Timberwolves shoot 48.4% from the field, ranking 4th in the league.
Defensively, Minnesota allows opponents to shoot 35.8% from three (705 of 1,970) and permits 77.6% at the free-throw line. They relinquish an average of 26.1 assists and 43.2 rebounds per game, ranked 11th and 12th in the league respectively. The Timberwolves rank 12th in points permitted per game (114.8) and force 15.2 turnovers on average while allowing opponents to shoot 46.2% from the floor (9th in the league).
Who will come out on top in tonight’s NBA match against the spread?
Prediction: Choose Minnesota
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