Timberwolves vs Bucks
Sun, Dec 21
Final
Timberwolves
Timberwolves
(18 - 10)
103
-
100
Bucks
Bucks
(11 - 17)
| Team | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | T |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Timberwolves | 23 | 25 | 27 | 28 | 103 |
| Bucks | 29 | 31 | 15 | 25 | 100 |
Venue: Target Center
GAME LEADERS
PTS
REB
AST
Anthony Edwards
MIN | #5 | G
24
4
6
Kevin Porter Jr.
MIL | #7 | G/F
24
10
9
Smart Game Analysis
Minnesota Timberwolves has a 82% chance of winning the game
The Timberwolves are poised for a dominant home victory against a struggling, injury-depleted Bucks squad missing Giannis Antetokounmpo.
Key Analysis
- • Giannis Antetokounmpo is confirmed out with a calf injury, removing Milwaukee's primary scorer and rebounder.
- • Minnesota holds a massive advantage on the glass, averaging 44.3 rebounds while the Bucks rank last in the league with just 39.3 per game.
- • The Bucks have lost seven consecutive road games and hold a poor 11-17 overall record.
- • Anthony Edwards is averaging 28.5 points per game and faces a Bucks defense allowing nearly 118 points per contest.
- • Milwaukee allows opponents to shoot 47.3% from the field, which plays into Minnesota's efficient offense.
- • To stay competitive, the Bucks must rely on their 3-point shooting, where they rank near the top of the league at over 40%.