The Minnesota Timberwolves face the Dallas Mavericks at the Target Center on Friday at 02:00 UTC, as both teams look to extend their recent winning streaks.
Minnesota enters the contest having won four games in a row, while Dallas arrives in Minnesota having won its last three games.
Timberwolves Roster Adjustments Without Anthony Edwards
Minnesota must play this matchup without Anthony Edwards, who is sidelined due to a knee injury.
The team has maintained a high level of defensive efficiency during its current four-game winning streak, allowing no more than 109 points in any of those outings, according to reporting by Bild Sportwetten. The Timberwolves‘ recent success includes a 115-100 home win against the Utah Jazz and a 112-100 victory over the Milwaukee Bucks at the Target Center.
Mavericks Offensive Momentum in Minneapolis
Dallas travels to Minnesota following a 125-122 win against the Indiana Pacers, a game in which Cooper Flagg recorded 43 points and 10 rebounds, as reported by Bild Sportwetten. Over their last ten games, the Mavericks have averaged 115.4 points per game while allowing 108.5 points. Despite a recent narrow 111-112 loss to the San Antonio Spurs, the team’s ability to generate offense remains a focal point for their upcoming road challenge.
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Minnesota and Dallas Show Similar Scoring Profiles
The two teams show similar scoring profiles over their last ten games, with Minnesota averaging 116.8 points and Dallas 115.4 points. Both sides have seen an identical average of 223.9 total points in their recent games.
While Minnesota holds a slightly better points differential of 9.7 compared to Dallas’ 6.9, the Mavericks’ current three-game winning streak provides a counterpoint to historical trends. Minnesota has won all four of the most recent direct encounters, including a 124-94 victory in Dallas.
| Metric (Last 10 Games) | Minnesota Timberwolves | Dallas Mavericks |
|---|---|---|
| Points Per Game | 116.8 | 115.4 |
| Points Allowed Per Game | 107.1 | 108.5 |
| Average Total Points | 223.9 | 223.9 |
Minnesota Defensive Metrics Face Dallas Offensive Pressure
The absence of a clear point spread or established betting line makes a definitive win-loss projection difficult based solely on current data. While Minnesota’s defensive metrics and home-court advantage are notable, Dallas’ recent offensive production under Flagg suggests they can pressure the Timberwolves’ defensive rotations.
The game outcome will likely depend on whether Minnesota can maintain its defensive discipline against Dallas or if the Mavericks can find the offensive rhythm that helped them during their winning streak.
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The Game Begins November 13 at Target Center
The tip-off is scheduled for November 13, 2026, at 02:00 UTC at the Target Center in Minneapolis. Following this regular-season game, both teams will continue their respective schedules as the NBA season progresses toward the mid-year milestones.
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