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The New York Knicks' next NBA game is a trip to Minnesota to play the Timberwolves. They now are in third position in the Eastern Conference whereas their hosts are seventh in the West. The Timberwolves are playing well and appear to have moved over their early-season setbacks. They have improved to 14 wins and are now three games above.500 after winning six of their past seven games.
Last time out, Chris Finch's team upset the Spurs 106-92 on the road for their second straight win. The T-wolves are scoring 109.8 points per game on average, yet they still do not have Joe Ingles available.
Brunson has recently played amazing moments that were demonstrated by his 44-point game in the playoffs last season. Derrick Rose, Carmelo Anthony & Co. average 43.4 field goals per game, 12.7 threes, while New York Knicks’ 3-point field goal shooting percentage of 39.4 percent is a factor compared to the Timberwolves, who only average 109.8 points a game.
I do not doubt the Minnesota Timberwolves are going to beat the New York Knicks on Thursday in the Target Center. A Timberwolves team that stands at 14-11 this season has proven to be rather tough especially considering its home court form that is 8-4 inclusive this year. Currently, the team has a strong base in Anthony Edwards of the shooting guard position, Jaden McDaniels of the small forward and Rudy Gobert of the center position.
On the other hand it’s defensively they make a stand for themselves ranking as one of the best defensive teams in the league allowing an average of 105.6 points per team. Their capacity to blur the offence of their opponents will come in handy against a Knicks side that leans heavily on Jalen Brunson and KAT’s offence.
Besides, Minnesota has a rich roster; Mikhail Sinel’ shnikov, Mike Conley, and Julius Randle all give important performances. The Timberwolves lost 6 of their last 10 matches but have won their last two games, and have a formidable defense that will allow them to dictate the pace and get a crucial win over New York, to cement their playoff chances in the talented Western Conference.
In a matchup of opposing strengths, the New York Knicks (16-10) travel to Target Center to play the Minnesota Timberwolves (14-11) on Thursday, December 19, 2024. Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns lead the Knicks' dynamic offense, which averages 116.4 points per game and places them third in the Eastern Conference.
The Timberwolves, who are now in eighth place in the Western Conference and have won three straight games at home, depend on their strong defense, which gives up only 105.6 points per contest. Minnesota's assault will be led by Anthony Edwards. This game pits Minnesota's defensive tenacity against New York's offensive prowess as both teams look to secure postseason spots.
The Knicks' versatile attack, which includes Brunson, Karl-Anthony Towns, and OG Anunoby, could be too much for Minnesota to handle, even if the Timberwolves have a good defensive rating and only give up 105.6 points per game. The Knicks' offensive fluidity and team harmony are evident in their depth and recent success, which included a decisive victory over the Nuggets in which they tied a franchise record with 45 assists. The Knicks are in a strong position to continue winning and establish themselves as the best team in the East because of their historical advantage in head-to-head games and the momentum from recent triumphs.