The San Antonio Spurs will conclude their four-game road trip with a matchup against the Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday night. The game is set to start at 7 p.m. ET at the Target Center in Minneapolis. Currently, the Spurs hold a record of 13-5, while the Timberwolves sit at 11-8.
The two teams met four times during the 2024-25 season, with Minnesota taking three of the matchups. In their last outing, San Antonio managed to edge out a victory against the Denver Nuggets, securing a 139-136 win while covering as a 6.5-point underdog. Devin Vassell shone brightly in this game, scoring 35 points on 12-of-17 shooting, especially impressive considering the team was without star center Victor Wembanyama, who is sidelined due to a calf injury. The Spurs capitalized on Denver’s struggles, forcing 17 turnovers and converting those into 30 points.
On the other hand, Minnesota faced the Boston Celtics on Saturday, where they won 119-115 but fell short of covering the spread as a 6-point home favorite. Anthony Edwards was the star for the Timberwolves, netting 39 points, including a crucial three-pointer to seal the game. Despite being outmatched on the boards, Minnesota’s strong free-throw performance (16 of 20) helped them secure the victory.
According to the latest odds from BetMGM Sportsbook, the Timberwolves are favored at -160 on the moneyline, with the Spurs sitting at +135. The spread is set at Spurs +3.5 and the over/under is at 235.5.
In terms of injuries, the Spurs will be without guard Stephon Castle (hip), guard Jordan McLaughlin (hamstring), and center Victor Wembanyama (calf). Minnesota did not report any injuries from their last game.
Prediction-wise, a close matchup is expected with a forecasted score of Timberwolves 117, Spurs 114. Betting enthusiasts might consider taking the Spurs +3.5 given their impressive record against the spread recently. The Spurs have covered the spread in five of their last six games, while the Timberwolves have struggled, going 1-4 against the spread in their last five matchups. Historical data suggests that the total score has exceeded 235 in three of the last four meetings between these two teams, but both squads excel defensively, making the under a plausible bet as well.
As fans gear up for what promises to be an exciting game, all eyes will be on the Spurs to see if they can maintain their momentum and on the Timberwolves to see if they can leverage home-court advantage for another victory.