The Minnesota Timberwolves will be shorthanded tonight against the Oklahoma City Thunder, with three key players—Rudy Gobert, Donte DiVincenzo, and Julius Randle—ruled out due to injuries.
Gobert is sidelined with lower back spasms, marking his third consecutive missed game. His absence is a huge blow to Minnesota’s defense, as the reigning Defensive Player of the Year is crucial in protecting the paint. In his place, Naz Reid will start at center, hoping to replicate his previous success against OKC, where he dropped 27 points and grabbed 14 rebounds.
Meanwhile, Donte DiVincenzo remains out with a left great toe sprain, while Julius Randle continues recovering from a right groin strain. Randle has now missed eight straight games, and while there’s optimism about his return soon, the Timberwolves must navigate this tough matchup without three key contributors.
Nov 1, 2024; Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert (27) stretches before the game against the Denver Nuggets at Target Center. Mandatory Credit: Matt Blewett-Imagn Images
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