NBA Game Preview: Portland Trail Blazers (26-28) vs. Minnesota Timberwolves (33-22)

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Venue Location

Target Center, Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Tipoff is scheduled for 8:00 p.m. ET (5:00 p.m. PT).

This Northwest Division matchup features the struggling Trail Blazers against a strong Timberwolves team looking to build momentum before the All-Star break.

Recent Team Forms

The Trail Blazers are on a three-game road skid, while the Timberwolves have alternated wins and losses recently but remain dominant at home.

Portland Trail Blazers Recent Form (Last 10 Games: 5-5):

DateOpponentResultScore
Feb 9vs Philadelphia 76ersW135-118
Feb 7vs Memphis GrizzliesW122-115
Feb 6vs Memphis GrizzliesW135-115
Feb 3vs Phoenix SunsL125-130
Feb 1vs Cleveland CavaliersL111-130
Jan 31at Utah JazzL119-126
Jan 29at Golden State WarriorsW115-112
Jan 27vs San Antonio SpursL108-115
Jan 25vs Los Angeles ClippersW120-110
Jan 23at Sacramento KingsL105-120
  • The Trail Blazers average 115.5 PPG over this stretch, allowing 117.2 PPG (-1.7 point differential).
  • Key notes: Portland has won three straight after a rough patch, including back-to-back victories over Memphis. Their offense has surged in wins (avg. 130.7 PPG in last three), but road defense remains a concern (allowing 126+ in two recent away losses).

Minnesota Timberwolves Recent Form (Last 10 Games: 6-4):

DateOpponentResultScore
Feb 9vs Atlanta HawksW138-116
Feb 8vs LA ClippersL96-115
Feb 6vs New Orleans PelicansL115-119
Feb 4at Toronto RaptorsW128-126
Feb 2at Memphis GrizzliesL128-137
Feb 1at Memphis GrizzliesW131-114
Jan 31vs Oklahoma City ThunderW123-111
Jan 29at Dallas MavericksW118-105
Jan 27vs Golden State WarriorsW108-83
Jan 25vs Golden State WarriorsL85-111
  • The Timberwolves average 117.0 PPG over this stretch, allowing 112.3 PPG (+4.7 point differential).
  • Key notes: Minnesota bounced back with a blowout win over Atlanta after two home losses. They’ve been strong at home (18-10), holding opponents under 110 in four of their last five home wins.

Injury Report

Portland Trail Blazers

  • Out: Damian Lillard (G, left Achilles tendon; injury management/out for season), Kris Murray (F, lumbar strain), Shaedon Sharpe (G, left calf soreness), Matisse Thybulle (G/F, right knee tendinopathy).
  • Questionable: Deni Avdija (F, low back strain), Robert Williams III (C, left knee injury management).
  • Probable: Scoot Henderson (G, left hamstring injury management).
  • Note: Portland’s backcourt and wing depth are hit hard, forcing reliance on younger players like Donovan Clingan and Toumani Camara.

Minnesota Timberwolves

  • Out: Terrence Shannon Jr. (G, foot; re-evaluated during All-Star break).
  • Note: Minnesota is mostly healthy, with their core (Edwards, Gobert, Randle) available, giving them a significant advantage over Portland’s depleted roster.

These injuries heavily favor the Timberwolves, as Portland’s absences weaken their perimeter defense and scoring.

Key Player Matchups

  • Anthony Edwards (Timberwolves SG) vs. Scoot Henderson (Trail Blazers PG): Edwards (24.8 PPG) is Minnesota’s explosive scorer, capable of 30+ on any night. Henderson (probable) provides speed but lacks experience—expect Edwards to exploit mismatches for 28+ points.
  • Rudy Gobert (Timberwolves C) vs. Donovan Clingan (Trail Blazers C): Gobert anchors Minnesota’s elite defense (12th in points allowed). Clingan, a rookie, has shown rebounding prowess but faces a tough test—Gobert could dominate the glass with 15+ rebounds.
  • Julius Randle (Timberwolves PF) vs. Jerami Grant (Trail Blazers SF): Randle’s versatility (20+ PPG) challenges Grant’s defense. Grant (18.5 PPG) can score from outside, but Randle’s physicality gives Minnesota the edge in the post.
  • Jaden McDaniels (Timberwolves SF) vs. Deni Avdija (Trail Blazers F): McDaniels’ length disrupts wings; Avdija (questionable, 15 PPG) brings playmaking but may be limited—McDaniels could force turnovers.

Series History

  • All-Time: Trail Blazers lead 92-48 in 140 regular-season games.
  • This Season (2025-26): Timberwolves lead 1-0 (118-114 W on Oct 22 at Portland).
  • Key Trend: Minnesota has won six straight against Portland, averaging 115.3 PPG while holding the Trail Blazers to 108.7 PPG.

Betting Trends

  • Spread (ATS): Trail Blazers are 29-25 ATS overall, 8-1 ATS in last 9 as 5.0-10.5 road underdogs; Timberwolves are 24-31 ATS, 4-2 ATS in last 6.
  • Over/Under: Over has hit in 4 of Trail Blazers’ last 6; under in 6 of Timberwolves’ last 10 (60%).
  • Moneyline: Trail Blazers are 2-6 SU in last 8 as 0.5-4.5 underdogs; Timberwolves are 5-1 SU in last 6.

Game Odds

Portland Trail Blazers                     236.5

Minnesota Timberwolves            – 7.5

Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Tuesday, February 10, 2026