Timberwolves-Kings game preview: Trying to contain the Fox-Sabonis duo
Chris Hine's analysis: The Wolves, 7-0 at home this season, have the size and athleticism to slow down the De'Aaron Fox-Domantas Sabonis pairing.
November 24, 2023 at 12:34PM
vs. Kings at Target Center, 7 p.m. Friday
TV; radio: BSN; iHeartRadio
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Today's line: Wolves by 3.5
Pregame reading: The Wolves had a "professional" approach in defeating Philadelphia.
For the fans: The Wolves will debut their colorful in-season tournament court while wearing their lake-inspired City Edition jerseys.
Chris Hine's preview:
Opening bell: The Wolves will play in their first in-season tournament home game. Both they and Sacramento are 2-0 in their group, and the Wolves can clinch their group and a spot in the semifinals with a victory.
Watch him: G De'Aaron Fox is one of the toughest covers in the league thanks to his speed. Fox is averaging 29.2 points per game and has formed a tough pairing with big man Domantas Sabonis (20.2).
Injuries: F Jaden McDaniels (right ankle sprain) and G Jordan McLaughlin (right knee sprain) are out for the Wolves. For the Kings, F Keegan Murray (back) and G Keon Ellis (ankle) are out; G Colby Jones is questionable.
Forecast: The Kings had the No. 1 offensive efficiency a season ago but are 14th this season, only one spot ahead of the Wolves, who have the No. 1 defense. The Wolves are 7-0 at home and had success last season when the Kings were a better version of themselves, when the Wolves won three of four meetings. They have the size and athleticism to slow down the Fox-Sabonis pairing.
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