Dallas Mavericks vs Minnesota Timberwolves Picks and Prediction for Friday February 20 2026

By: Eddie Kline Published 02/20/2026, 12:25 AM ET

Mavericks Preview

In the first game of a Friday night NBA on ESPN doubleheader, the Dallas Mavericks will battle the Minnesota Timberwolves from the Target Center. For other NBA action see our NBA Predictions. The Mavericks (19-35) are in the midst of a nine-game losing streak and are committed to building around number one overall draft pick Cooper Flagg. Last time out, Dallas was outscored by 19 points during the second half of a 124-104 road loss against Los Angeles.

Naji Marshall and Max Christie led four Dallas players in double figures with 19 points each on a combined 15-for-25 shooting effort. P.J. Washington converted 7-for-8 from the charity stripe and finished with 18 points. Brandon Williams added 17 points, seven assists, and five rebounds for the Mavericks.

Timberwolves Preview

The Minnesota Timberwolves have won 19 of their first 29 home games and are a half-game out of fourth place in the Western Conference standings. The Timberwolves (34-22) rank sixth in the league in defensive efficiency and are allowing a shade below 115 points per contest. Last Wednesday, Minnesota connected on 14-for-34 from the three-point line and shot 52 percent overall during a 133-109 home victory versus Portland.

Minnesota F Julius Randle poured in a game-high 41 points on 14-for-24 shooting and secured seven boards. Jaden McDaniels contributed 21 points, six rebounds, and six assists. Rudy Gobert added 17 points and eight rebounds for the Timberwolves, who forced 25 turnovers by the Trail Blazers.

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Mavericks vs Timberwolves Pick

Dallas forward Cooper Flagg is dealing with a foot injury and has been officially ruled out of this game. The Mavericks ranked near the bottom of the league in offensive efficiency and will struggle to score against Minnesota's Elite defense. Take the Timberwolves to cover at home. final score prediction, Minnesota Timberwolves win 128-107.

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