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Thunder Eye Cup Glory vs. Struggling Wolves
26 Nov
Summary
- Thunder lead West Group A, Timberwolves seek win to advance.
- Timberwolves lost last two games; Thunder on nine-game win streak.
- Thunder boast league's best defense, averaging 105.7 points allowed.
The Oklahoma City Thunder are set to clash with the Minnesota Timberwolves in a pivotal NBA Emirates Cup matchup at the Paycom Center. The Thunder, currently at the top of West Group A with a perfect home record, are riding a nine-game winning streak. This game is crucial for the Timberwolves, who sit in third place and must secure a victory to keep their hopes of advancing alive.
Minnesota has faltered recently, dropping their last two contests after a strong start to November. Despite these setbacks, they remain a top-10 team on both offense and defense, averaging 119.6 points per game. Standout performer Anthony Edwards has been instrumental, but the team faces a significant challenge against the Thunder's top-ranked defense.
The Thunder's efficiency on both ends of the court, coupled with their impressive offensive and defensive rankings, makes them the favorites. With MVP candidate Shai Gilgeous-Alexander leading the charge, Oklahoma City aims to extend their dominant run.
