The Minnesota Timberwolves take on the New Orleans Pelicans at the Smoothie King Center. This game is set for Tuesday, December 2, 2025, at 8:00 PM. Fans can catch the action on FDSN as these Western Conference teams meet early in the regular season.
Minnesota enters with a 12-8 record and a two-game win streak. They hold a 6th place rank in the Western Conference. New Orleans, on the other hand, is struggling with a 3-18 record and has lost their last three games. The Pelicans rank 15th in the Western Conference.
Minnesota Timberwolves Team Preview
The Minnesota Timberwolves are coming off back-to-back wins against the Spurs and Celtics. They scored 125 points against the Spurs with a field goal percentage of 56.3%. Their performance against the Celtics was also strong, with a 49.4% shooting accuracy.
Anthony Edwards has been a key player, averaging 28.9 points per game. He scored 32 points against the Spurs and 39 against the Celtics. His shooting percentage has been impressive, helping the team secure their recent wins.
Julius Randle contributes with 23 points per game and solid assists. He recorded 12 assists against the Spurs and 6 against the Celtics. His consistent performance is vital for the Timberwolves’ success.
New Orleans Pelicans Team Preview
The New Orleans Pelicans are looking to secure their first home win after a tough stretch of recent games. They have faced losses in their last three matchups, including a 133-128 game against the Memphis Grizzlies. Saddiq Bey and Jose Alvarado were standout performers in that game, with Bey scoring 18 points and Alvarado adding 24 points.
Offensively, the Pelicans have struggled, ranking 27th in points per game with 111.2. Their shooting percentages are low, with a field goal percentage of 44.8 and a three-point percentage of 34.5. Zion Williamson leads the team with an average of 22.1 points per game, while Trey Murphy III, if healthy, contributes 19.7 points per game.
Defensively, the Pelicans allow 122.1 points per game, which is 26th in the league. They excel in blocked shots, ranking 1st with 3.5 per game. However, they face challenges in limiting opponents’ shooting, allowing a field goal percentage of 49.9.
Betting Prediction
The Minnesota Timberwolves have a strong offense, scoring 119.2 points per game, which ranks 9th in the league. Their field goal percentage is high at 48.7, placing them 6th. This suggests they have efficient shooters who can take advantage of the Pelicans’ weaker defense.
On defense, the Timberwolves allow 114.1 points per game, ranking them 10th. They are effective in limiting their opponents’ shooting, allowing a field goal percentage of 46.0. This could pose a challenge for the Pelicans, who struggle offensively, with their 44.8 field goal percentage ranking 26th.
The New Orleans Pelicans have issues on both ends of the court. They allow 122.1 points per game, ranking 26th. Their defensive struggles combined with a low offensive output make it difficult for them to compete with a team like the Timberwolves.
- Pick: Timberwolves -9.5
