They are especially potent in the paint where they rank sixth with 54. 8 PPG. Despite their lack of outside shooting, the Timberwolves rank fourth in two-point field goal percentage (58%). That being said, Minnesota will need to sure up their defense if they want to cover against the first-place Nuggets. Despite trading for former Defensive Player of the Year Rudy Gobert, the Timberwolves have been a poor defensive team this season. They rank 19th in points allowed (115. 4 Opp.
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2 APG while remaining a solid shooter from beyond the arc. Although Russell missed their previous win over Denver, he will likely play a huge role tonight with Gobert and leading scorer Anthony Edwards questionable. Why The Nuggets Could Cover The SpreadDespite having lost to Minnesota by double-digits a few weeks ago, the Nuggets remain in an excellent position to cover as home favorites. Denver hasn’t lost a game since their last game against Minnesota and now gets them at home where they hold a league-best 20-3 record.
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That being said, backup center Naz Reid has proven effective when Gobert has previously missed time. Regardless of whether or not Gobert plays, the Timberwolves’ chances of covering tonight largely lie with point guard D’Angelo Russell. Russell has quietly put together one of his most efficient seasons yet as he is shooting a career-high 46% en route to a 17. 1 PPG average. Additionally, he’s racked up 6.
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