Timberwolves Face Raptors on February 4th Gameday
The Toronto Raptors will face off against the Minnesota Timberwolves on February 4th in an exciting matchup. Both teams are coming off significant transitions and are eager for victory.
Raptors Outlook
The Raptors currently hold a record of 30-21, placing them fourth in the Eastern Conference. Their offensive rating stands at 113.4, ranking 20th, while their defensive rating of 112.1 places them 7th overall. With a net rating of +1.3, Toronto aims to improve their standing.
Recent Performance
- Defeated the Utah Jazz 107-100
- Lost to Orlando Magic 130-120
- Lost to New York Knicks 119-92
- Won against Oklahoma City Thunder 103-101
- Victorious over Portland Trail Blazers 110-98
In their last game, the Raptors edged out the Jazz with standout performances from RJ Barrett, who scored 21 points, and Sandro Mamukelashvili, contributing 20 points off the bench. Head coach Darko Rajakovic recently earned recognition by being selected to represent Team World for the first time.
Timberwolves Outlook
The Timberwolves enter the matchup with a record of 31-20, sitting at 5th in the Western Conference. Their offensive rating of 116.8 ranks 7th, while their defensive rating of 112.3 is 9th. With a net rating of +4.5, Minnesota looks strong heading into this game.
Recent Performance
- Lost to Memphis Grizzlies 137-128
- Defeated Memphis Grizzlies 131-114
- Won against Oklahoma City Thunder 123-111
- Victorious over Dallas Mavericks 118-105
- Won against Golden State Warriors 108-83
Notably, Minnesota recently participated in a three-team trade involving veteran player Mike Conley. While they did not acquire new talent, the move has provided them with additional cap space for upcoming roster adjustments.
Game Day Details
The Raptors and Timberwolves will tip off on February 4th at 7:30 p.m. ET at Scotiabank Arena. Fans can tune in via TSN or listen on TSN Radio 1050.
Starting Lineups
| Team | Position | Player |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota Timberwolves | PG | Bones Hyland |
| SG | Donte DiVincenzo | |
| SF | Jaden McDaniels | |
| PF | Naz Reid | |
| C | Rudy Gobert | |
| Toronto Raptors | PG | Immanuel Quickley |
| SG | RJ Barrett | |
| SF | Brandon Ingram | |
| PF | Scottie Barnes | |
| C | Collin Murray-Boyles |
Injury Report
- Toronto Raptors: Jakob Poeltl (Lower Back Strain) – Out
- Minnesota Timberwolves: Anthony Edwards (Left Elbow Soreness) – Questionable
- Julius Randle (Left Thumb Soreness) – Questionable
- Terrence Shannon Jr. (Left Foot Abductor Hallucis Strain) – Out
This matchup presents a critical opportunity for both teams to solidify their playoff aspirations. Fans can expect an exhilarating showdown at Scotiabank Arena as the Raptors take on the Timberwolves.
