The Golden State Warriors (25-21) face the Minnesota Timberwolves (27-18) in a Western Conference clash. The Warriors, sitting eighth in the West, aim to rebound from recent losses against a Timberwolves team that’s seventh in the conference but on a four-game skid. With both squads dealing with injuries, this matchup could hinge on perimeter shooting and defensive stops, potentially turning into a grind-it-out affair despite high-powered offenses.
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Note: The game was originally scheduled for January 24 but postponed to January 25 due to logistical issues, per league announcements.
Venue Location
The game will be played at Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This 18,978-capacity arena, home to the Timberwolves since 1990, is known for its intense crowd noise and has hosted numerous playoff thrillers.
Tipoff is scheduled for 5:30 p.m. ET (4:30 p.m. CT)
TV/Streaming: NBA League Pass; regional coverage on Bally Sports North and NBC Sports Bay Area.
Injury Report
Both teams are navigating significant absences, impacting depth and strategy. Updates as of January 24, 2026:
Golden State Warriors:
Jimmy Butler III (SF/PF): Out – Right knee ACL tear; season-ending injury.
Seth Curry (SG): Out – Undisclosed; sidelined indefinitely.
Jonathan Kuminga (PF): Out – Knee soreness/ankle injury; ruled out after leaving previous game early.
Stephen Curry (PG): Questionable – Right knee injury; added late to the report, status to be determined.
De’Anthony Melton (SG): Questionable – Left knee injury management.
LJ Cryer (G): Out – G League two-way.
Minnesota Timberwolves:
Terrence Shannon Jr. (SG): Out – Undisclosed; expected to miss extended time.
De’Anthony Melton (SG): Questionable – Left knee soreness.
Enrique Freeman (F): Out – G League two-way.
Malevy Leons (F): Out – G League two-way.
Naz Reid (C): Questionable – Undisclosed.
The Warriors’ frontcourt is thinned without Kuminga and potentially Curry, while the Timberwolves’ bench depth is limited.
Key Player Matchups
Key battles could decide this defensive-minded matchup:
Stephen Curry (GSW, if playing) vs. Anthony Edwards (MIN): Curry’s shooting and handles against Edwards’ athleticism and scoring; Edwards averages 28 PPG lately.
Andrew Wiggins (GSW) vs. Jaden McDaniels (MIN): Wing defenders; Wiggins’ scoring vs. McDaniels’ lockdown perimeter D.
Draymond Green (GSW) vs. Julius Randle (MIN): Green’s versatility against Randle’s post play; could spark physicality.
Trayce Jackson-Davis (GSW) vs. Rudy Gobert (MIN): Young big vs. veteran rim protector; rebounding edge to Gobert. Watch for bench spark: Brandin Podziemski (GSW) vs. Donte DiVincenzo (MIN) for three-point threats.
Recent Team Forms
Golden State Warriors (Last 5 Games): 2-3
Jan 22 @ DAL: L 115-123 (Struggled defensively late)
Jan 20 vs. TOR: L 127-145 (Blowout loss, poor shooting)
Jan 19 vs. MIA: W 135-112 (Dominant win, Butler injury occurred)
Jan 9 vs. SAC: W 137-103 (Strong offensive showing)
Jan 5 vs. LAC: L 102-103 (Edged out in close contest)
The Warriors are 5-5 in their last 10, with inconsistent defense allowing 120+ in losses.
Minnesota Timberwolves (Last 5 Games): 1-4 (On a 4-game losing streak)
Jan 22 vs. CHI: L 115-120 (Rally fell short)
Jan 20 @ UTA: L 122-127 (George’s 43 points too much)
Jan 18 vs. ORL: W 126-109 (Balanced scoring win)
Jan 15 vs. ORL: L 111-118 (Home loss)
Jan 11 vs. BKN: W 103-98 (Defensive grind) The Timberwolves are 4-6 in their last 10, with offensive struggles in losses.
Series History
The Warriors lead the all-time series 77-58 in 135 regular-season games.
Minnesota leads 1-0 this season after a 127-120 win on December 12, 2025.
Over the last 10 meetings, Golden State is 6-4, but Minnesota won the 2025 playoff series 4-1.
Betting Trends
Over has hit in 5 of Golden State’s last 5 games and 8 of 11 road games vs. MIN.
Warriors 6-3 ATS in last 9; 12-6 SU in last 18 vs. MIN. Timberwolves 19-26 ATS overall, 9-13 at home; 5-5 as favorites lately.
Game Odds
Golden State Warriors 235.5
Minnesota Timberwolves – 7.5
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, January 24, 2026
