The Toronto Raptors are set to play the Minnesota Timberwolves at the Target Center on Thursday, March 5, 2026, at 8:00 PM. The Raptors hold a season record of 35-26 and are led by Head Coach Darko Rajakovic. In their last outing, the Raptors fell to the New York Knicks, ending with a score of 111-95. They currently stand 5th in the Eastern Conference and 3rd in the Atlantic Division.
The Minnesota Timberwolves, coached by Chris Finch, have a season record of 39-23. They are in the 4th spot in the Western Conference and 2nd in the Northwest Division. The Timberwolves are on a four-game winning streak, with their latest victory against the Memphis Grizzlies at 117-110. Fans can catch the game live on FDSN.
Toronto Raptors Team Preview
The Toronto Raptors are coming off a mixed set of games. They won against the Washington Wizards with a score of 134-125 but lost to the New York Knicks 111-95. Their win against the Wizards was marked by a high shooting percentage of 60%, with Immanuel Quickley leading the team with 27 points.
Brandon Ingram has been a key player for the Raptors, averaging 22.0 points per game. However, he is questionable for the next game due to a thumb sprain. Scottie Barnes also contributes with 19.0 points and 8.1 rebounds per game, making him another vital player for the team.
On the defensive side, the Raptors rank 8th in points allowed per game at 112.0. They are effective in limiting opponents’ shooting, with a field goal percentage allowed of 46.3%. Despite their defensive strengths, they face challenges in rebounding, ranking 24th with 42.6 rebounds per game.
Minnesota Timberwolves Team Preview
The Minnesota Timberwolves have been playing well in their recent games. They secured a win against the Memphis Grizzlies with a score of 117-110. Anthony Edwards led the team with 41 points, shooting 51.7% from the field.
The Timberwolves have strong season stats, particularly in scoring. They average 119.1 points per game, ranking 4th in the league. Their field goal percentage stands at 48.4%, which is also 3rd in the league.
Anthony Edwards is a key player for the Timberwolves this season. He averages 29.7 points per game, with a field goal percentage of 49.4%. The Timberwolves will miss Joe Ingles, who is out for personal reasons.
Betting Prediction
The betting pick for this game is the Timberwolves -6.0. The Timberwolves score 119.1 points per game, which ranks 4th in the league. Their high field goal percentage of 48.4% also ranks 3rd. These stats suggest a strong offensive performance against the Raptors.
The Raptors allow only 112.0 points per game, ranking 8th in the league. However, their offensive stats are not as strong. They rank 22nd in points per game with 113.7. This could make it hard for them to keep up with the Timberwolves’ higher scoring.
The Timberwolves have an edge in both offensive and defensive stats. Their effective field goal percentage ranks 3rd, while the Raptors’ defense ranks 10th in field goal percentage allowed. This suggests the Timberwolves can still score effectively against the Raptors’ defense.
- Pick: Timberwolves -6.0
