Timberwolves vs. Suns: Game Preview
In an exciting matchup, the Minnesota Timberwolves (15-8) are set to face the Phoenix Suns (13-10) this Tuesday at 7:30 PM ET, with the game being available for streaming on Peacock. The Timberwolves enter this contest on a roll, having secured victories in their last five games, including notable wins against the Boston Celtics, San Antonio Spurs, LA Clippers, and two defeats of the New Orleans Pelicans. Over these five games, Minnesota has consistently scored a minimum of 119 points, with standout performances from Anthony Edwards, who has tallied 32 points in three of those encounters.
Current Form and Injuries
Conversely, the Suns, who previously edged the Timberwolves 114-113 in their first encounter this season, have struggled since that win, managing only three wins in their last seven games and suffering three double-digit losses. Currently, Phoenix is in the midst of a four-game road trip, with this game being the third of the stretch. They are likely to be without two key players: Devin Booker due to a groin injury, and Dillon Brooks, who is questionable due to left Achilles soreness.
Game Details
- Date: December 8, 2025
- Time: 7:30 PM ET
- Venue: Target Center, Minnesota
- Network/Streaming: Peacock
Betting Odds
- Moneyline: Timberwolves -455, Suns +350
- Spread: Timberwolves -9.5
- Total: 223.5
Projected Starting Lineups
- Suns: Collin Gillespie (PG), Grayson Allen (SG), Dillon Brooks (SF, questionable), Royce O’Neale (PF), Mark Williams (C)
- Timberwolves: Donte DiVincenzo (PG), Anthony Edwards (SG), Jaden McDaniels (SF), Julius Randle (PF), Rudy Gobert (C)
Injury Report
- Suns: Devin Booker (out), Dillon Brooks (questionable), Isaiah Livers (out), Jalen Green (out)
- Timberwolves: No reported injuries
Betting Trends and Predictions
As for betting trends, Minnesota shows a 4-5 record against the spread (ATS) when favored at home, while Phoenix has struggled as road underdogs, going 1-3 ATS when facing such odds this season. Recent statistics illustrate a tendency for the Timberwolves to perform well against stronger competition, suggesting they might have the upper hand in this clash.
Predictive models to assess the odds indicate that the Timberwolves have a low confidence rating for the moneyline but moderate confidence for the spread, and a low prediction for the total points under 223.5. In light of these trends, experts lean towards the Timberwolves to cover the spread, primarily given the Suns’ current struggles and injury concerns.
Where to Watch
Fans can catch the Timberwolves vs. Suns live on Peacock, as the NBA returns to NBC and Peacock for the first time in 24 years. This partnership aims to blend nostalgia with modern basketball analysis and coverage. For further betting insights and expert picks, fans can check the Expert NBA Predictions page on NBC Sports. In the realm of NBA streaming, Peacock will feature multiple games weekly, promising to deliver coverage that combines classic NBA excitement with advanced statistics and analysis.
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