- Matchup: Phoenix Suns vs Minnesota Timberwolves
- Date: Monday, December 8, 2025
- Venue: Target Center, Minneapolis, MN
- Broadcasting: FanDuel Sports Network
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On Monday, the Minnesota Timberwolves (14-8) will clash with the Phoenix Suns (13-9) at the Target Center.
In their previous matchup, the Suns achieved victory over the Lakers with a final score of 125-108. Phoenix concluded the game with an impressive 56.5% shooting percentage (52 of 92) and successfully made 17 of 39 attempts from beyond the arc. From the free throw line, they converted 4 of 8 for a percentage of 50.0%. On the boards, the Suns captured 33 rebounds, with 4 being offensive. Additionally, they provided 35 assists while forcing the Lakers into 22 turnovers, resulting in 16 steals. Defensively, Phoenix permitted their opponent to shoot 51.3% from the field on 41 of 80 shots. The Lakers recorded 18 assists and 1 steal in this contest, securing 39 total rebounds (5 offensive, 34 defensive) and achieving 1 block. Los Angeles exhibited an exceptional free throw performance, hitting 13 of 15 for 86.7%, and made 13 out of 33 three-point attempts. In terms of fouls, the Suns committed 16 while the Lakers had 13.
Dillon Brooks shone brightly in the last game, netting 33 points on 15 of 26 shooting. Playing for 33 minutes, he contributed 2 rebounds and 2 assists, finishing the game with a 57.7% shooting accuracy.
As the Suns step onto the court, they hold a 13-9 record this season. Averaging 117.0 points per game (ranked 17th in the NBA), they have a field goal percentage of 47.2%. From three-point range, Phoenix shoots 37.7% (333 of 883) and boasts a free throw accuracy of 79.4%. Collectively, they grab 42.9 rebounds per game and have registered 570 assists this season, ranking 15th in assists. The team averages 16.1 turnovers and commits 22.7 personal fouls per game.
Defensively, the Suns force 17.1 turnovers per game while collecting 19.7 personal fouls. They rank 11th in assists allowed with 563. Their defensive shooting percentage stands at 47.2% (892 of 1,891) and they concede around 41.5 rebounds per game. Opponents shoot 35.9% from beyond the arc against them, and they sit 8th in points allowed per game (113.7).
In their last encounter, the Timberwolves emerged victorious over the Pelicans with a score of 125-116. Minnesota allowed New Orleans to secure 43 rebounds (8 offensive). They shot 28.0% from three-point range (7 of 25) and maintained a strong free throw success rate with 23 of 26 (88.5%). The Pelicans finished the game making 43 of 95 shots from the field, achieving a shooting percentage of 45.3%. Minnesota executed 42 of 92 attempts from the floor, resulting in a shooting rate of 45.7% and succeeded with 15 of 38 three-point tries (39.5%). They scored on 26 free throw attempts for 89.7% accuracy. The Pelicans committed 22 fouls, allowing the Timberwolves 29 free throw attempts. Minnesota recorded 20 turnovers and managed 5 steals, collecting a total of 49 rebounds (37 defensive, 12 offensive).
Julius Randle was pivotal for the Timberwolves, accumulating 28 points in 37 minutes while adding 3 assists. He achieved a shooting percentage of 50.0%, making 9 of 18 field goals, and secured 9 rebounds.
This season, Minnesota stands at 14-8. They average 22.5 personal fouls per game and shoot 77.3% from the free throw line. Their assist average is 26.7 per game (ranking 12th in the NBA), while they turn the ball over an average of 15.2 times per game. The Timberwolves scored a total of 2,657 points this season, averaging 120.8 points per game, and they gather 43.6 rebounds on average.
Defensively, Minnesota ranks 11th in points allowed per game (115.5). They force 15.0 turnovers per game and allow opponents a shooting percentage of 46.3% (10th in the NBA). Their defense permits 35.6% shooting from three-point range (266 of 747) while opponents manage to convert 77.6% of their free throws. Additionally, teams are averaging 25.5 assists and 43.2 rebounds against them, ranking them 10th and 12th in the league respectively.
Who will cover the spread in tonight’s NBA matchup?
Recommendation: Back Minnesota
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