NBA · Final

Nets Overcome Timberwolves in Strong Road Performance

Brooklyn Nets10-19

123

Minnesota Timberwolves20-12

107

Saturday, December 27, 2025, 8:00 PM ET · Target Center

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Quick answers

Who won Brooklyn Nets vs Minnesota Timberwolves?

Brooklyn Nets beat Minnesota Timberwolves 123-107 at Target Center on December 27, 2025.

Who was favored in Brooklyn Nets vs Minnesota Timberwolves?

Minnesota Timberwolves were the favorite at DraftKings, moneyline -650 (about 87% implied). The underdog won.

In a decisive victory, the Brooklyn Nets defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 123-107 at the Target Center on December 27, 2025. This result highlights the Nets' recent resurgence, extending their winning streak to three games, while the Timberwolves faced their second consecutive loss. The series between these two teams is now tied at 1-1 for the season, with the Timberwolves winning the first meeting earlier in November.

The Timberwolves entered the game with a home record of 20-12, having won 7 of their last 10 games, although they were on a one-game losing streak after falling to the Denver Nuggets 142-138 in their previous outing. Over their last five games, they averaged 115.6 points scored while allowing 113.8 points. Notably, they have been strong at home, with a record of 5-2 in their last seven games at the Target Center. However, the absence of Donte DiVincenzo due to an Achilles injury may have impacted their performance.

On the other hand, the Nets, with an away record of 10-19, showcased a strong turnaround, winning 6 of their last 10 games. Their recent form includes victories over the Philadelphia 76ers and Toronto Raptors, with an average of 110.0 points scored and 104.0 points allowed in their last ten games. The Nets have been particularly effective recently, winning their last two games and performing well on the road with a 2-2 record in their last four away games.

In terms of head-to-head matchups, the Timberwolves have historically performed well against the Nets, winning all three previous meetings this season, including a 125-109 victory in Brooklyn earlier in November. However, the Nets turned the tables in this latest encounter, demonstrating their ability to adapt and overcome previous defeats.

The betting market reflected the Timberwolves as heavy favorites, with DraftKings setting the spread at MIN -12.5 and the total at 224.5. The odds for the Timberwolves to win straight up were listed at -650, while the Nets were priced at +470. This context indicated a strong belief in the Timberwolves' home advantage, which ultimately did not materialize in the game.

Conditions at the Target Center were typical for a winter evening in Minnesota, which may have influenced the gameplay, but both teams were accustomed to such environments. The Timberwolves aimed to leverage their home court, yet the Nets' performance showed that they could thrive under pressure.

Throughout the game, viewers witnessed a variety of scoring plays, particularly in the fourth quarter, where the Nets pulled away decisively. Cam Thomas, Nic Claxton, and Michael Porter Jr. were instrumental in the Nets' scoring surge, with Porter Jr. hitting two crucial three-pointers that extended their lead significantly. The Timberwolves managed to score late in the quarter, but it was not enough to close the gap, ultimately leading to their defeat.

With this victory, the Nets not only improved their standing but also showcased their potential to compete effectively against stronger teams, while the Timberwolves will need to regroup and address their recent struggles as they move forward in the season.

Odds

Book	Spread	Total	Moneyline
DraftKings	MIN -12.5	224.5 o -105 / u -115	Brooklyn Nets +470 · Minnesota Timberwolves -650

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Injury report

Donte DiVincenzoOutAchillesMinnesota Timberwolves
Nolan TraoreDay-To-DayKneeBrooklyn Nets

Leaders

PointsAnthony Edwards28Minnesota Timberwolves
AssistsJulius Randle11Minnesota Timberwolves
ReboundsRudy Gobert8Minnesota Timberwolves
PointsCam Thomas30Brooklyn Nets
AssistsCam Thomas4Brooklyn Nets
ReboundsMichael Porter Jr.10Brooklyn Nets

Recent form

Minnesota Timberwolves

Last 10: 7-3Streak L1116.1 scored · 112.2 allowed per game5-2 at home

L138-142at Denver NuggetsDec 26
W115-104vs New York KnicksDec 24
W103-100vs Milwaukee BucksDec 22
W112-107vs Oklahoma City ThunderDec 20
L110-116vs Memphis GrizzliesDec 18
W117-103vs Sacramento KingsDec 15
W127-120at Golden State WarriorsDec 13
L105-108vs Phoenix SunsDec 9
W109-106vs LA ClippersDec 7
W125-116at New Orleans PelicansDec 5

Brooklyn Nets

Last 10: 6-4Streak W2110 scored · 104 allowed per game2-2 away

W114-106at Philadelphia 76ersDec 24
W96-81vs Toronto RaptorsDec 21
L95-106vs Miami HeatDec 19
W127-82vs Milwaukee BucksDec 14
L111-119at Dallas MavericksDec 13
W119-101vs New Orleans PelicansDec 6
L110-123vs Utah JazzDec 5
W113-103at Chicago BullsDec 4
W116-103vs Charlotte HornetsDec 2
L99-116at Milwaukee BucksNov 30

Standings

Team	Games behind	Lost	Streak	Win %	Won
Boston	-	26	W2	.683	56
New York	3	29	L1	.646	53
Toronto	10	36	W1	.561	46
Philadelphia	11	37	W2	.549	45
Brooklyn	36	62	L3	.244	20
Oklahoma City	-	18	L2	.780	64
Denver	10	28	W12	.659	54
Minnesota	15	33	W2	.598	49
Portland	22	40	W2	.512	42
Utah	42	60	L1	.268	22

Box score

Stat	Brooklyn Nets	Minnesota Timberwolves
Field goals	46-84	37-83
Field goal %	55	45
Three-pointers	11-40	13-31
Three-point %	28	42
Free throws	20-21	20-28
Free throw %	95	71
Rebounds	39	34
Offensive rebounds	9	10
Defensive rebounds	30	24
Assists	32	27
Steals	8	8
Blocks	2	1
Turnovers	15	11
Team turnovers	1	0
Technical fouls	0	1
Technical fouls, total	0	1
Flagrant fouls	0	0
Points off turnovers	11	11
Fast-break points	16	11
Points in the paint	66	46
Fouls	22	20
Largest lead	21	7
Lead changes	10	10
Time in front	76	17

How the scoring went

3rd Quarter85-78Cam Thomas makes 24-foot three point step back jumpshot (Day'Ron Sharpe assists)
3rd Quarter85-80Anthony Edwards makes 19-foot jump bank shot
3rd Quarter86-80Cam Thomas makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter87-80Cam Thomas makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter87-82Rudy Gobert makes 1-foot dunk (Donte DiVincenzo assists)
3rd Quarter88-82Cam Thomas makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter89-82Cam Thomas makes free throw 2 of 2
3rd Quarter91-82Day'Ron Sharpe makes layup (Cam Thomas assists)
3rd Quarter93-82Day'Ron Sharpe makes alley oop layup (Cam Thomas assists)
3rd Quarter96-82Drake Powell makes 25-foot running jump shot (Nolan Traore assists)
3rd Quarter96-84Anthony Edwards makes 1-foot two point shot (Bones Hyland assists)
3rd Quarter98-84Day'Ron Sharpe makes 1-foot dunk (Nolan Traore assists)
3rd Quarter98-85Anthony Edwards makes free throw 1 of 2
3rd Quarter98-86Anthony Edwards makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter100-86Cam Thomas makes 15-foot pullup jump shot
4th Quarter102-86Danny Wolf makes reverse layup (Drake Powell assists)
4th Quarter103-86Danny Wolf makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter104-86Danny Wolf makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter104-87Jaden McDaniels makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter104-90Naz Reid makes 27-foot three point jumper (Rob Dillingham assists)
4th Quarter106-90Drake Powell makes 7-foot driving floating jump shot
4th Quarter106-92Julius Randle makes 1-foot running dunk (Donte DiVincenzo assists)
4th Quarter106-94Julius Randle makes 2-foot two point shot (Donte DiVincenzo assists)
4th Quarter108-94Noah Clowney makes 12-foot fade away jump shot
4th Quarter108-95Anthony Edwards makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter108-96Anthony Edwards makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter111-96Michael Porter Jr. makes 26-foot three point jumper (Noah Clowney assists)
4th Quarter111-99Jaden McDaniels makes 23-foot three point jumper (Donte DiVincenzo assists)
4th Quarter111-100Anthony Edwards makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter111-101Julius Randle makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter111-102Julius Randle makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter112-102Cam Thomas makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter113-102Cam Thomas makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter115-102Nic Claxton makes 9-foot floating jump shot (Noah Clowney assists)
4th Quarter117-102Cam Thomas makes 2-foot two point shot
4th Quarter120-102Michael Porter Jr. makes 25-foot three point jumper (Egor Demin assists)
4th Quarter123-102Michael Porter Jr. makes 25-foot three point jumper (Terance Mann assists)
4th Quarter123-103Rob Dillingham makes free throw 1 of 2
4th Quarter123-104Rob Dillingham makes free throw 2 of 2
4th Quarter123-107Johnny Juzang makes 25-foot three point jumper (Bones Hyland assists)