The Cleveland Cavaliers vs Minnesota Timberwolves matchup is one of four NBA games scheduled on Thursday. This will be the first meeting between the two teams in the 2025-26 NBA season.
Both squads have been able to stay in the thick of things in their respective conferences. The Cavaliers (21-17) are tied with the Orlando Magic for the sixth spot in the Eastern Conference; meanwhile, in the Western Conference, the Minnesota Timberwolves (24-13) have the fifth best record.
Cleveland Cavaliers vs Minnesota Timberwolves Odds
Moneyline: Cavaliers (+109) vs Timberwolves (-131)
Spread: Cavaliers (+3.5) vs Timberwolves (-3.5)
Total: Cavaliers +101 (o241.5) vs Timberwolves -126 (u241.5)
Editor’s note: The odds could change closer to the game. The odds listed were as per available information at the time of writing.
Cleveland Cavaliers vs Minnesota Timberwolves Preview and Prediction
After a two-game skid around Christmas time, the Cavaliers have been able to bounce back, winning four of their last five games. On Tuesday, they knocked off the Indiana Pacers 120-116. In the absence of Donovan Mitchell (rest), Darius Garland had 29 points on 14-for-23 shooting, along with six assists. Evan Mobley added 20 points, six boards, and five dimes, while Sam Merrill and Jarrett Allen each chipped in 19 points.
On the other hand, the Timberwolves are on a three-game winning streak, having won four of their last five games as well. On Tuesday, they blew out the Miami Heat 122-94 inside Target Center. Anthony Edwards led the way with 26 points, five rebounds, three assists, one steal, and two blocks. Five other Timberwolves logged double-digit scoring, including Jaden McDaniels (19 points on 46.7% FG shooting) and Julius Randle (15 points, 11 rebounds).
The Timberwolves are favored to win this matchup on Thursday. They are coming off a massive win at home, and they have plenty of momentum that does not bode well for the Cavaliers.
Cleveland Cavaliers vs Minnesota Timberwolves Player Props
Donovan Mitchell’s point total is set at 28.5, which is below his season average of 30.0 points per game. After resting Tuesday night against the Pacers, Mitchell will be back in harness on Thursday.
Naz Reid’s point total is set at 13.5, which is below his season average of 14.3 points per outing. Reid was one of six Timberwolves to finish with double-digit scoring against the Heat.
