Minnesota Timberwolves @ Phoenix Suns (-10.5) 10:05pm est
The Timberwolves come into Phoenix tonight winning just 2 of their last 5 games. They are averaging 109.4 points per game, and are giving up 117.3 points per game. In his last 8 games, Anthony Edwards is posting 24.5ppg, 5.6rpg, and 1.8spg. The Timberwolves will be without leading scorer Malik Beasley due to suspension.
The Suns are currently one of the hottest teams in the NBA. They are 26-12 and currently sitting at 2nd in the Western Conference. The backcourt duo of Chris Paul and Devin Booker continue to carry the team with their efficient scoring ability. The Suns are averaging 114.1ppg, and are only giving up 107.6.
The Suns here are clearly the better team. The Timberwolves are playing bad, and without their full team they won’t be able to gel anytime soon. With 7 foot tall Deandre Ayton, and his prolific defensive skill, it will be hard for Karl Anthony Towns to get anything going. Minnesota is going to need to rely on Edwards to get something going. And it will not be enough for the red hot Suns.
Prediction: Phoenix Sun -10.5
