The San Antonio Spurs (26-35) are set to face off against the Minnesota Timberwolves (36-29) on Sunday, March 9, 2025, at the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This game is crucial for both teams as they aim to improve their standings in the Western Conference.
San Antonio Spurs
The Spurs have had a challenging season, currently sitting in the 11th seed in the Western Conference. They have lost two of their last three games and six of their last eight. Key players for the Spurs include:
De’Aaron Fox: Leading the team with 19.1 points and 6.7 assists per game since joining the Spurs. Fox has shot 43 percent from the field and 24.4 percent from 3-point range.
Devin Vassell: Averaging 15.7 points per game.
Stephon Castle: Contributing 13.4 points per game.
Defensively, the Spurs are allowing an average of 115.4 points per game. They are coming off a 127-109 loss against the Sacramento Kings on Friday night.
Minnesota Timberwolves
The Timberwolves have had a strong season, currently sitting in the sixth seed in the Western Conference. They have won four in a row and are looking to extend their winning streak to five. Key players for the Timberwolves include:
Anthony Edwards: Leading the team with 27.2 points per game on 43.9 percent shooting overall and 40.6 percent shooting from the field.
Julius Randle: Averaging 18.8 points per game and a team-high 7.3 rebounds.
Naz Reid: Contributing 14.8 points per game.
Defensively, the Timberwolves are allowing an average of 109.0 points per game. They are coming off a 106-104 win over the Miami Heat on Friday night.
Game Insights
Points/Game: The Timberwolves are averaging 112.4 points per game, while the Spurs are averaging 113.2 points.
Rebounds/Game: The Timberwolves lead in rebounds per game, with 43.9, while the Spurs average 44.3.
Threes Made/Game: The Timberwolves make 15.1 three-pointers per game, while the Spurs average 13.8.
Injuries
Spurs: De’Aaron Fox is dealing with a left pinky finger injury and may undergo surgery in mid-March. Victor Wembanyama has been ruled out for the season due to a deep vein thrombosis in his right shoulder.
Timberwolves: No significant injuries reported.
San Antonio Spurs 233.5
Minnesota Timberwolves – 11
Odds Courtesy of Sports Odds Direct as of Saturday, March 8, 2025
