New Orleans Pelicans vs Minnesota Timberwolves

The New Orleans Pelicans are set to take on the Minnesota Timberwolves at the Target Center in an NBA matchup on Friday night. The Timberwolves, currently holding a 40-31 record, sit in eighth place in the Western Conference, while the Pelicans, with a 19-51 record, are positioned 14th.

Minnesota will be looking to bounce back after a narrow 119-115 loss to the Pelicans on Wednesday night. Despite struggling with his shooting, Anthony Edwards was the standout performer for the Timberwolves, being the only player to score over 20 points. The team shot 45% from the field and connected on 16 of 39 three-point attempts.

Offensively, the Timberwolves rank in the middle of the pack, averaging 113.4 points per game, but they excel defensively, allowing just 109.4 points per game, which places them sixth in the league in that category.

On the other hand, the New Orleans Pelicans have had a tough stretch, winning only three of their last 10 games. However, they’ll aim to carry forward the momentum from their recent victory over the Timberwolves. Zion Williamson led the charge in that game with an impressive 29 points, eight assists, and three steals. The Pelicans shot 52% from the field and made 13 of 29 three-point attempts.

Despite the win, the Pelicans have struggled on both ends of the court this season. They rank 24th in the league for points scored, averaging 110.5 per game, and 26th for points allowed, giving up 119.0 per game.

The New Orleans Pelicans are set to visit the Target Center on Friday night for an NBA showdown against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Currently, the Timberwolves (40-31) hold the eighth spot in the Western Conference, while the Pelicans (19-51) sit at 14th.

Minnesota is aiming to bounce back after a narrow 119-115 defeat against New Orleans on Wednesday night. Despite struggling with his shooting, Anthony Edwards was the only Timberwolves player to surpass the 20-point mark. The team collectively shot 45% from the field and converted 16 of 39 three-point attempts.

Offensively, Minnesota ranks in the middle of the pack, averaging 113.4 points per game. However, they have been solid defensively, allowing just 109.4 PPG, placing them sixth in that category.

On the other hand, the Pelicans have managed only three wins in their last 10 outings, but they will look to build on their recent victory over Minnesota. Zion Williamson spearheaded the effort with 29 points, eight assists, and three steals. New Orleans had an efficient shooting night, hitting 52% from the field and knocking down 13 of 29 from beyond the arc.

Despite their recent success, the Pelicans rank in the bottom 10 on both ends of the floor this season, sitting 24th in scoring (110.5 PPG) and 26th in points allowed (119.0 PPG).