The Minnesota Timberwolves travel to Madison Square Garden to face the New York Knicks. Both teams share a 4-3 record as they start the NBA regular season. This game airs on ESPN on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, at 7:30 PM.
The Timberwolves have shown strength on the road with a 3-1 away record. Under Coach Chris Finch, they have a two-game winning streak. The Knicks, led by Coach Mike Brown, remain undefeated at home with a 4-0 record. They also come into this game with two straight wins.
Timberwolves Preview – Riding a Winning Streak
The Minnesota Timberwolves have been on a roll with recent victories against the Brooklyn Nets and Charlotte Hornets. They won against the Nets with a score of 125-109. In the game, Donte DiVincenzo and Julius Randle were standout players, helping secure the win.
In their last game against the Hornets, the Timberwolves scored 122 points, winning by 17. Julius Randle led the charge with 30 points and a strong shooting percentage. Rudy Gobert also contributed with a solid performance on both ends of the court.
Julius Randle has been a key player for the Timberwolves, averaging 26 points per game this season. He is supported by Donte DiVincenzo and Jaden McDaniels, who have also been contributing effectively. Anthony Edwards is questionable for the next game due to a hamstring issue, which could impact their lineup.
Knicks Preview – Strong Home Wins
The New York Knicks have shown good performance in their recent home games. They won against the Washington Wizards with a score of 119-102. Karl-Anthony Towns had a great game, scoring 33 points and grabbing 13 rebounds.
The Knicks also beat the Chicago Bulls in their previous home game, winning 128-116. Jalen Brunson was key in this game, scoring 31 points and adding 5 rebounds. OG Anunoby contributed with 21 points and 4 assists.
In their recent games, the Knicks have demonstrated strong offensive skills. They rank 2nd in three-pointers made per game and have a solid free throw percentage of 84.7. Their defense is also effective, allowing only 113.6 points per game, which ranks them 6th.
Betting Prediction
The game between the Timberwolves and Knicks has an over/under set at 229.5. Both teams have shown they can score points. The Timberwolves average 116.9 points per game, while the Knicks average 116.3 points per game.
Defensively, the Timberwolves allow 115.6 points per game. The Knicks allow 113.6 points per game. With both teams allowing over 110 points per game, there is potential for a high-scoring game.
Another factor is the Knicks’ three-point shooting. They make 16 three-pointers per game, which is second in the league. This could help push the total over the line if they continue their shooting form.
- Pick: Over 229.5
