Minnesota Timberwolves vs Oklahoma City Thunder, NBA 2024-25 Season, Today Match Prediction

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Minnesota Timberwolves

The Minnesota Timberwolves have had a difficult series in the NBA Western Conference Finals so far, losing both matches and falling to an 0-2 deficit. Returning to their home court in Minnesota, the Timberwolves have a chance to get a game back and make it 1-2.

In their last game, the Timberwolves lost 118-103, dropping the first three quarters and never building any momentum to get back into the game late in the fourth quarter. Anthony Edwards scored 32 points, 9 rebounds, and 6 assists. Jaden McDaniels, after fouling out in Game 1, contributed 22 points, 2 rebounds, and 3 blocks.

Julius Randle, who has been the go-to scorer for the Timberwolves throughout their magnificent playoff run, struggled to get the ball in the basket, finishing with just 6 points, 5 rebounds, and 5 assists. He shot a disappointing 2-of-11 from the field and 0-of-3 from three-point range. Naz Reid and Nickeil Alexander-Walker scored 10 and 17 points respectively.

So far in this Finals series against the Thunder, the Timberwolves are averaging 95.5 points per game while allowing 116 points per game. They have conceded more fouls than the Thunder, allowing them to shoot more free throws, and have also been weak in grabbing defensive rebounds, which has resulted in the Thunder scoring crucial second-chance points.

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Oklahoma City Thunder

The Oklahoma City Thunder will be the happier side entering this contest, having won both games at home to take a 2-0 lead entering Game 3. They have been top-notch on both ends of the floor and have emerged as the best defensive team in the Western Conference playoffs this season. Leading their charge is the league's MVP, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, who has averaged 29.8 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 6.7 assists in the playoffs this season.

In Game 2 against the Timberwolves, Shai scored 38 points, 3 rebounds, and 8 assists, to go with 3 steals. He was well ed by Jalen Williams, who finished with a 26-point, 10-rebound double-double. Chet Holmgren has also come alive, dropping 22 points and 4 rebounds. Alex Caruso has been excellent in locking up Julius Randle and Anthony Edwards defensively this series, contributing 9 points, 2 rebounds, and 2 assists.

The Thunder's biggest strength lies in their versatile players who can contribute off the bench; in every game, a different player has stepped up to score in crucial situations. Luguentz Dort has been particularly effective on the defensive end, drawing offensive fouls off drives from the Timberwolves' main scorers.

So far this series, the Thunder are averaging 116 points per game while allowing just 95.5 points per game. They are converting 33 two-pointers and 20 free throws per game, and they are consistently grabbing 6-8 more defensive rebounds than their opponents each game, effectively limiting second-chance points.

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Minnesota Timberwolves vs Oklahoma City Thunder Match Prediction & Analysis

The Minnesota Timberwolves play host to the Oklahoma City Thunder on Sunday, May 25th at Target Center in Minnesota. The home team, Minnesota, are down 0-2 entering Game 3 of the Western Conference Finals. They have the home-court advantage and will look to win the first game of the series against a red-hot OKC side. 

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