Toronto Raptors vs Minnesota Timberwolves Picks and Predictions for Thursday March 5 2026
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The Toronto Raptors travel to face the Minnesota Timberwolves on Thursday March 5, 2026 at Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Tip-off is scheduled for 8:00 PM ET and the game will be broadcast on FanDuel SN North. At the time of this writing the odds were not released for the moneyline, total, or spread. Be sure to also check out our free NBA picks for more daily NBA betting insights and predictions.
Raptors Trying to Regain Momentum on the Road
The Toronto Raptors enter this matchup with a 35-26 overall record and have been excellent on the road this season with a 19-10 record away from home. Toronto has gone 2-3 in their last five games, recently losing to the New York Knicks 111-95, losing to the San Antonio Spurs 110-107, and losing to the Oklahoma City Thunder 116-107. The Raptors did pick up wins recently over the Washington Wizards 134-125 and the Milwaukee Bucks 122-94.
Toronto averages 114.0 points per game while allowing 112.0 points per contest. The Raptors shoot 47% from the field and average 42.9 rebounds per game while distributing an impressive 29.1 assists per contest, showing strong ball movement and offensive flow.
One of the strengths of the Raptors has been their defensive activity and ability to create turnovers. Toronto averages 8.6 steals per game and uses their transition offense effectively when they force mistakes from opponents.
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Timberwolves Riding a Strong Stretch at Home
The Minnesota Timberwolves come into this matchup with a 39-23 overall record and a strong 21-11 record at home this season. Minnesota has been playing excellent basketball recently, winning four of their last five games. The Timberwolves recently won over the Memphis Grizzlies 117-110, defeated the Denver Nuggets 117-108, beat the Los Angeles Clippers 94-88, and won over the Portland Trail Blazers 124-121. Their only recent loss came against the Philadelphia 76ers 135-108.
Minnesota averages 119.1 points per game while allowing 114.5 points per contest. The Timberwolves shoot 48% from the field and average 44.7 rebounds per game while contributing 26.5 assists per contest.
One of the biggest advantages for Minnesota has been their ability to control the glass and protect the rim. The Timberwolves average 5.8 blocks per game while also ranking among the better rebounding teams in the league, which helps limit second-chance opportunities for opponents.
Toronto Raptors vs Minnesota Timberwolves Pick
Raptors vs Timberwolves Pick
- Pick: Minnesota Timberwolves Spread
Minnesota enters this game playing some of their best basketball of the season and has been extremely strong at home. The Timberwolves are averaging nearly 120 points per game and have won four of their last five games against strong opponents. While Toronto has been solid on the road, Minnesota’s offensive efficiency and rebounding advantage could give them the edge in this matchup.
Raptors vs Timberwolves Total Pick
- Pick: Take the Over
I like the over in this matchup because both teams have offenses capable of scoring in bunches. Minnesota averages over 119 points per game while Toronto averages over 114 points per contest. With both teams capable of pushing the pace and creating scoring opportunities in transition, this game has the potential to become a high-scoring contest.
Final Score Prediction: Timberwolves 123, Raptors 118
This prediction was written before the completion of game play on Wednesday.
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