The Minnesota Timberwolves will face the Phoenix Suns on Monday night at the Target Center, with Minnesota riding a five-game winning streak. Phoenix has struggled against injuries, while the Timberwolves hold a strong record early in the season.
The Minnesota Timberwolves (15-8) welcome the Phoenix Suns (13-10) to Minneapolis for a Western Conference matchup on December 8, 2025, tipping off at 7:30 p.m. ET. Minnesota has been in excellent form, entering the game on a five-game winning streak, while Phoenix boasts a solid 15-8 record against the spread this season.
Injury concerns loom large for the Suns, with Devin Booker sidelined due to a groin issue. Anthony Edwards is available for Minnesota despite dealing with illness. The Timberwolves are listed as 9.5-point favorites, with the over/under set at 224.5 points. Moneyline odds stand at Minnesota -388 and Phoenix +303.
SportsLine's projection model, which has simulated the game 10,000 times, leans toward the over on the total, projecting 234 combined points. The model also identifies one side of the spread hitting over 50% of the time, though specific picks are available on the SportsLine platform. This contest is part of a light three-game NBA slate on Monday, highlighting two contenders in the West.
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