The Minnesota Timberwolves (44‑26, fifth in the West) host the Phoenix Suns (39‑30, seventh in the West) at Target Center on Tuesday night in a matchup with playoff implications. Minnesota has cooled off recently, dropping four of their last five, while Phoenix has found momentum, winning six of their last nine.
The Suns’ offense ranks just 24th in scoring but has improved behind Kevin Durant’s consistency, while Minnesota remains top‑five in offensive efficiency despite recent struggles. Injuries loom large: Dillon Brooks and Mark Williams are day‑to‑day for Phoenix, while Naz Reid and Anthony Edwards are questionable for Minnesota. Oddsmakers have Minnesota favored by four points, with the total set at 221.
Best Bet: Timberwolves -4 (-110) at BetMGM Sportsbook
Minnesota’s balance and home dominance make them the sharper side to back. The Timberwolves rank fourth in scoring at 119.5 points per game and have beaten Phoenix in eight of their last ten meetings. Their defense holds opponents to 46.2% shooting, while Phoenix’s offense ranks near the bottom in efficiency.
The Suns are 2‑8 SU in their last ten against Minnesota and have struggled to close games, ranking 27th in fourth‑quarter scoring. While the total of 221 leans toward the under given Minnesota’s recent defensive trends, the spread is the sharper angle. Timberwolves -4 is the best bet.
This safer parlay leans on the stars to hit their averages while banking on the under, which ties in with Minnesota’s defensive strength and Phoenix’s inconsistency.
The longshot parlay hinges on Towns stretching the floor, Durant being held in check, and Minnesota pulling away late. Given their head‑to‑head dominance, this scenario is plausible.
| Team | Spread | Moneyline | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suns | +4 (-110) | +155 | O 221 (-110) |
| Timberwolves | -4 (-110) | -190 | U 221 (-110) |
Odds updated: March 17, 2026 – 12:00 p.m. ET. Lines may move throughout the day.
| Team | Player | Injury | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suns | Dillon Brooks | Hand | Day to day |
| Suns | Mark Williams | Foot | Day to day |
| Timberwolves | Naz Reid | Shoulder | Day to day |
| Timberwolves | Anthony Edwards | Knee | Day to day |
The game tips off at 8:00 p.m. ET on Tuesday, March 17.
The matchup will be held at Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
The game will be broadcast nationally on NBA TV, with streaming available via NBA League Pass.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Date | Tuesday, March 17, 2026 |
| Time | 8:00 p.m. ET |
| Arena | Target Center, Minneapolis, MN |
| TV/Streaming | NBA TV / NBA League Pass |
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