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Denver Nuggets vs Minnesota Timberwolves: stats, injuries and matchup preview

The Denver Nuggets (5-4) visit the Minnesota Timberwolves (8-3) on Thursday, December 31, 2026 at 4:00 PM ET, at Target Center, Minneapolis, MN. TV: Prime Video. Below: injuries, recent form, a team comparison and matchup notes for Minnesota Timberwolves vs Denver Nuggets.

NBAThursday, December 31, 2026
Denver Nuggets logoDenver Nuggets5-4
4:00 PM ETDec 31, 2026
Minnesota Timberwolves logoMinnesota Timberwolves8-3
DateDec 31, 2026
Time4:00 PM ET
VenueTarget Center, Minneapolis, MN
TVPrime Video

Team comparison

Denver NuggetsMinnesota Timberwolves
Points per game
113.6
118.1
Points allowed per game
112.8
107.0
5-4Record8-3
4th in Northwest DivisionStanding2nd in Northwest Division
3-2Road record / home record4-1
LWWLWLast 5WWWWL
L1StreakW4

Team stats

Denver NuggetsMinnesota Timberwolves
L1StreakW4
Points Against
112.8
107.0
5-4Last Ten Games7-3
Points Per Game
113.6
118.1
Field Goal %
48
47
Three Point %
35
37
Rebounds Per Game
42.3
48.8
Assists Per Game
26.9
25.6
Blocks Per Game
3.8
5.1
Steals Per Game
9.6
8.6
Team Turnovers Per Game
0.9
0.7
Total Turnovers Per Game
14.1
15.9

Injury report

Confirm lineups and injuries close to game time.

Denver Nuggets
Julian Strawther G · Knee - Sprain
Out
Minnesota Timberwolves
Anthony Edwards G · Knee - Surgery
Out
Donte DiVincenzo G · Achilles - Surgery
Out

Recent form

Denver NuggetsLWWLW
Nov 9, 2026 · at Houston RocketsL 100-110
Nov 7, 2026 · at Indiana PacersW 114-102
Nov 4, 2026 · vs Toronto RaptorsW 128-109
Nov 2, 2026 · vs Portland Trail BlazersL 110-118
Oct 30, 2026 · at Phoenix SunsW 127-120
Minnesota TimberwolvesWWWWL
Nov 8, 2026 · vs Utah JazzW 115-100
Nov 6, 2026 · at New Orleans PelicansW 115-109
Nov 4, 2026 · at Houston RocketsW 117-107
Nov 2, 2026 · vs Milwaukee BucksW 112-100
Oct 31, 2026 · at San Antonio SpursL 111-121

Season series

Series starts 12/28
Mar 7, 2027MIN 0, DEN 0
Jan 27, 2027DEN 0, MIN 0
Dec 31, 2026DEN 0, MIN 0
Dec 28, 2026MIN 0, DEN 0

Team pages

Denver Nuggets
Schedule, roster and statsMinnesota Timberwolves
Schedule, roster and stats

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Frequently asked questions

What time is Denver Nuggets vs Minnesota Timberwolves?

The game is on Thursday, December 31, 2026 at 4:00 PM ET at Target Center, Minneapolis, MN.

How can I watch Denver Nuggets vs Minnesota Timberwolves?

TV: Prime Video.

What are the records of the Denver Nuggets and Minnesota Timberwolves?

Denver Nuggets: 5-4. Minnesota Timberwolves: 8-3.

Who is injured for Denver Nuggets vs Minnesota Timberwolves?

Listed out or doubtful: Denver Nuggets: Julian Strawther. Minnesota Timberwolves: Anthony Edwards, Donte DiVincenzo. Check the injury report above for the full list, and confirm close to game time.

Where is Denver Nuggets vs Minnesota Timberwolves played?

Target Center, Minneapolis, MN.

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