The New Orleans Pelicans will face off against the Minnesota Timberwolves in a matchup highlighting contrasting fortunes this season. The Pelicans, with a record of 19-51, are currently on a one-game winning streak but have struggled throughout the season, particularly in conference play with a 13-33 record. In contrast, the Timberwolves boast a solid 40-31 record and are positioned third in their division, although they are currently on a two-game losing streak. Key players include Zion Williamson for the Pelicans, averaging 24.6 points per game, and Anthony Edwards for the Timberwolves, leading with 27.6 points per game. Both teams will look to capitalize on their respective strengths as they meet at the Target Center.
New Orleans Pelicans at Minnesota Timberwolves Game Information
Game Date: March 21, 2025
Game Time: 08:00 PM ET
TV Channel: FanDuel Sports Network Midwest – Iowa, NBA League Pass Channel 3
Location: Target Center, Minneapolis, MN
Live Stream: Fubo (free trial)
Minnesota Timberwolves Team Statistics and Rankings
Win-Loss Record: 40-31
Conference Record: 28-19
Division Record: 9-5
Streak: 2 loss
New Orleans Pelicans Team Statistics and Rankings
Win-Loss Record: 19-51
Conference Record: 13-33
Division Record: 3-13
Streak: 1 win
Stat Leaders
Minnesota Timberwolves (40-31, #3 in division)
Points Leader: Anthony Edwards, 27.6 PPG
Rebounds Leader: Rudy Gobert, 10.25 RPG
Assists Leader: Julius Randle, 4.6 APG
Steals Leader: Jaden McDaniels, 1.44 SPG
Blocks Leader: Rudy Gobert, 1.51 BPG
New Orleans Pelicans (19-51, #5 in division)
Points Leader: Zion Williamson, 24.6 PPG
Rebounds Leader: Yves Missi, 8.02 RPG
Assists Leader: Dejounte Murray, 7.4 APG
Steals Leader: Dejounte Murray, 2.03 SPG
Blocks Leader: Yves Missi, 1.38 BPG
Minnesota Timberwolves Injury Report
No injuries reported
New Orleans Pelicans Injury Report
Brandon Boston Jr. – Ankle (Out) – The Pelicans announced on Friday (Mar. 7) that Boston Jr. was diagnosed with a left ankle stress reaction and will be re-evaluated in two weeks.
Trey Murphy III – Shoulder (Out For Season) – The Pelicans announced on Monday (Mar. 17) that Murphy III has been diagnosed with a torn labrum and partial tear of the rotator cuff in his right shoulder and will miss the remainder of the 2024-25 season.
Herbert Jones – Shoulder (Out For Season) – New Orleans VP Griffin said Tuesday (Feb. 11) that he expects Jones to miss the remainder of the season, according to Will Guillory of The Athletic.
Dejounte Murray – Leg (Out For Season) – Murray suffered a torn right Achilles tendon during Friday’s (Jan. 31) game against the Celtics and will now miss the rest of the season, per Shams Charania of ESPN.com.
