The Minnesota Timberwolves are set to play the Denver Nuggets at Ball Arena. This game takes place on Thursday, December 25, 2025, at 10:30 PM. Fans can catch the action on ABC.
The Timberwolves come into the game with a 20-10 record and have won their last three games. They are ranked fifth in the Western Conference. The Nuggets hold a 21-8 record and are third in the Western Conference, despite a recent loss. Both teams belong to the Northwest Division.
Minnesota Timberwolves Team Preview
The Minnesota Timberwolves have been on a winning streak in their recent games. They secured victories against the New York Knicks, Milwaukee Bucks, and Oklahoma City Thunder. In these games, Anthony Edwards has been a standout player, scoring 38 points against the Knicks and 26 points with 12 rebounds against the Thunder.
For the season, the Timberwolves are averaging 118.5 points per game, placing them 12th in the league. They excel in three-point shooting, making 14.1 threes per game with a 37.0% success rate. On defense, they limit opponents to 113.5 points per game, ranking 8th in this category.
Anthony Edwards is the team’s top scorer, averaging 28.7 points per game. Rudy Gobert contributes significantly on defense, with an average of 11.1 rebounds per game. Jaden McDaniels, however, is dealing with an oblique injury and is questionable for their upcoming game.
Denver Nuggets Team Preview
The Denver Nuggets are scoring 125.2 points per game, the highest in the league. They have the top field goal percentage at 51.5% and lead in three-point percentage at 40.6%. Despite high scoring, they only rank 21st in possessions per game.
Nikola Jokić is key for the Nuggets, scoring 28.9 points per game. He also averages 12 rebounds and 10.9 assists per game. Jamal Murray adds 25.1 points and 6.9 assists, showing strong support in the backcourt.
Injuries are a concern with four players out, including Aaron Gordon and Cameron Johnson. Gordon has a hamstring injury and will be out for 4-6 weeks. Cameron Johnson has a knee issue and will also miss upcoming games.
Betting Prediction
The Denver Nuggets have the highest points per game in the league, scoring 125.2. This high-scoring ability makes betting on the over a good choice. The Nuggets also have the best field goal and three-point shooting percentages, which adds to their scoring power.
On the other side, the Minnesota Timberwolves score 118.5 points per game. They rank 12th in points per game, which is also strong. Their effective field goal percentage is in the top 10, further supporting the over bet.
Both teams have defenses that allow over 113 points per game. The Nuggets allow 116.5, and the Timberwolves allow 113.5. This makes it likely that both teams will have many scoring chances, pushing the total over.
- Pick: Over 239.5
