The Minnesota Timberwolves will face the New York Knicks on Wednesday, November 5th, at 7:30 PM ET at Madison Square Garden. Minnesota enters the matchup with a 4-3 record, while the Knicks also hold a 4-3 record.
Minnesota guard Anthony Edwards is listed as questionable with a right hamstring strain. Guards Rob Dillingham and Donte DiVincenzo are available but will wear face masks due to facial injuries. Two-way players Enrique Freeman and Rocco Zikarsky remain in the G League and will not play.
The Timberwolves rely on Julius Randle, who is averaging 26 points, 7.1 rebounds, and 5.9 assists per game. Anthony Edwards is contributing 25.7 points per game when active. Rudy Gobert has been strong in the paint, posting 9.9 rebounds and 1.4 blocks per game.
Minnesota’s recent form has improved on the road, with wins against Charlotte and Brooklyn in early November. The team aims to extend its two-game winning streak heading into the matchup in New York.
The Knicks have have Karl-Anthony Towns, who is averaging 20.4 points and 9.9 rebounds per game, is questionable with illness. Jalen Brunson is leading New York, contributing 29 points and 5.6 assists per game. Mikal Bridges has added 16.4 points and 5.3 assists, providing balance across the lineup.
New York has been unbeaten at home this season, going 4-0 at Madison Square Garden. The team has yet to win on the road, standing 0-3 away from home. Wednesday’s game will test Minnesota’s ability to win against a healthy Knicks squad in a hostile environment.
