Minnesota Timberwolves vs Portland Trail Blazers Prediction, Odds & Picks | 02.24.26

Minnesota Timberwolves vs Portland Trail Blazers Prediction, Odds & NBA Picks | 02.24.26

The Western Conference playoff race intensifies as the Minnesota Timberwolves (35-23) travel to the Pacific Northwest to face the Portland Trail Blazers (28-30). Scheduled for February 24, 2026, at the Moda Center, this matchup pits Minnesota’s elite star power against a Portland squad fighting to stay in the play-in hunt. While Minnesota enters as the favorite, the hostile environment in Portland often levels the playing field.

Minnesota Timberwolves vs Portland Trail Blazers Matchup Preview

Minnesota Timberwolves Key Stats & Trends

Minnesota continues to be led by the explosive Anthony Edwards, who is putting up MVP-caliber numbers with 29.5 PPG and a 29.5 player rating. The Timberwolves’ identity remains rooted in their interior dominance, anchored by Rudy Gobert and his 11.3 rebounds per game. Playmaking has seen a boost through Julius Randle, who leads the team with 5.3 assists, allowing Edwards to focus on scoring. Minnesota’s defense remains a top-five unit, though they have occasionally struggled with perimeter consistency on the road.

Injury Report Minnesota Timberwolves

• Naz Reid (Day-to-day): Reid (shoulder) is questionable for Tuesday’s game against the Trail Blazers.

Portland Trail Blazers Key Stats & Trends

Portland is navigating a difficult stretch with a depleted roster. Jerami Grant remains the primary offensive engine, averaging 18.5 PPG. Defensively, the emergence of Donovan Clingan has been vital, as the big man is vacuuming up 11.5 rebounds per game. Veteran Jrue Holiday provides the necessary leadership, contributing 15.5 PPG and 6.3 APG. Despite missing their primary backcourt stars, Portland’s “next man up” mentality has kept them competitive in high-scoring affairs.

Injury Report Portland Trail Blazers

• Shaedon Sharpe (Out): Sharpe (calf) has been ruled out for Tuesday’s game against Minnesota.
• Deni Avdija (Out): Avdija (back) has been ruled out for Tuesday’s game against Minnesota.
• Damian Lillard (Out): Lillard (Achilles) defeated Devin Booker and Kon Knueppel in the final round of Saturday’s 2026 State Farm 3-Point Contest, taking home his third title.

Minnesota Timberwolves vs Portland Trail Blazers Prediction & Best Bet

While Minnesota is the superior team on paper, Portland’s ability to hang tough at the Moda Center cannot be overlooked. The absence of Lillard and Sharpe will force Grant and Holiday into high-usage roles, likely keeping the game closer than the oddsmakers suggest. We predict the Timberwolves will win a narrow contest, but the home side will cover. Take the Portland Trail Blazers +6.5 (Spread). With Edwards in a scoring rhythm and Portland’s defensive rotations weakened by injuries, we also lean toward the over on the 233.5 total points line.