Timberwolves Edge Pacers in Close Contest
Sunday, October 26, 2025, 7:00 PM ET · Target Center
Minnesota Timberwolves 114, Indiana Pacers 110, final. Our NBA picks are sealed as a hash before kickoff and settled in public, losses included.
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Who won Indiana Pacers vs Minnesota Timberwolves?
Minnesota Timberwolves beat Indiana Pacers 114-110 at Target Center on October 26, 2025.
In a tightly contested game, the Minnesota Timberwolves triumphed over the Indiana Pacers with a final score of 114-110 at the Target Center. This victory marks the Timberwolves' second win of the season, improving their record to 2-1, while the Pacers fell to 0-3, continuing their struggle to find form early in the season. The Timberwolves now lead the series against the Pacers 1-0 this season.
The Timberwolves have shown strong performance at home, boasting a record of 3-0 in their last three home games. In their last ten games overall, they hold an impressive record of 8-2, with an average of 118.7 points scored and 111.5 points allowed. However, they are currently on a one-game losing streak, having lost to the Los Angeles Lakers just a day prior to this matchup, 110-128. In contrast, the Pacers have struggled significantly on the road, with an away record of 0-3 and an overall record of 7-3 in their last ten games. Their scoring average stands at 120.0, but they have allowed an average of 117.6 points, indicating defensive vulnerabilities.
In terms of previous encounters, the Timberwolves have faced the Pacers twice earlier in the 2025 season, losing both games. The most recent meeting on March 24 ended in a 103-119 defeat for Minnesota. This context added an extra layer of significance to the matchup, as the Timberwolves sought to break their losing streak against the Pacers.
Injury concerns played a role in this game, particularly for the Pacers, who were without Johnny Furphy due to a knee injury and had Tyrese Haliburton listed as day-to-day with an Achilles issue. For the Timberwolves, Donte DiVincenzo was ruled out with an Achilles injury as well. The absence of key players can significantly impact team dynamics, and both teams had to adjust their strategies accordingly.
The betting market reflected the Timberwolves' favorable position heading into the game, with a home win probability of 0.906, indicating a strong expectation for their success, according to the odds provided by an unnamed provider. This high probability was likely influenced by their home advantage and recent form compared to the struggling Pacers.
Conditions during the game were typical for indoor basketball, with no adverse weather factors to consider. The focus for viewers was on how both teams would manage their respective injuries and whether the Timberwolves could maintain their home dominance against a Pacers team still searching for its first win of the season.
As the game unfolded, the Timberwolves maintained a slight lead throughout the fourth quarter, showcasing key scoring plays that ultimately secured their victory. Notable contributions came from players like Rudy Gobert, who made a crucial dunk, and Mike Conley, who sealed the game with free throws in the closing moments. The Pacers, despite their efforts, could not overcome the deficit, even with Pascal Siakam hitting a three-pointer late in the game.
In conclusion, the Timberwolves' ability to capitalize on their home court advantage and manage their scoring effectively allowed them to edge out the Pacers in this closely fought contest. As the season progresses, both teams will look to address their weaknesses and build on their performances.
Injury report
- Donte DiVincenzoOutAchillesMinnesota Timberwolves
- Tyrese HaliburtonDay-To-DayAchillesIndiana Pacers
- Johnny FurphyOutKneeIndiana Pacers
Leaders
- PointsJulius Randle31Minnesota Timberwolves
- AssistsJulius Randle6Minnesota Timberwolves
- ReboundsRudy Gobert18Minnesota Timberwolves
- PointsPascal Siakam33Indiana Pacers
- AssistsPascal Siakam8Indiana Pacers
- ReboundsPascal Siakam10Indiana Pacers
Recent form
Minnesota Timberwolves
Last 10: 8-2Streak L1118.7 scored · 111.5 allowed per game3-0 at home
- L110-128at Los Angeles LakersOct 25
- W118-114at Portland Trail BlazersOct 23
- W116-105vs Utah JazzApr 13
- W117-91vs Brooklyn NetsApr 12
- W141-125at Memphis GrizzliesApr 11
- L103-110at Milwaukee BucksApr 9
- W114-109at Philadelphia 76ersApr 5
- W105-90at Brooklyn NetsApr 3
- W140-139at Denver NuggetsApr 2
- W123-104vs Detroit PistonsMar 30
Indiana Pacers
Last 10: 7-3Streak L1120 scored · 117.6 allowed per game2-1 away
- L135-141vs Oklahoma City ThunderOct 23
- W126-118at Cleveland CavaliersApr 13
- L115-129vs Orlando MagicApr 11
- W114-112vs Cleveland CavaliersApr 10
- W104-98vs Washington WizardsApr 8
- W125-120at Denver NuggetsApr 7
- W140-112vs Utah JazzApr 4
- W119-105vs Charlotte HornetsApr 2
- W111-109vs Sacramento KingsMar 31
- L111-132at Oklahoma City ThunderMar 30
Standings
| Team | Games behind | Lost | Streak | Win % | Won |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Detroit | - | 22 | W3 | .732 | 60 |
| Cleveland | 8 | 30 | W1 | .634 | 52 |
| Milwaukee | 28 | 50 | L1 | .390 | 32 |
| Chicago | 29 | 51 | L2 | .378 | 31 |
| Indiana | 41 | 63 | L2 | .232 | 19 |
| 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 | Indiana Pacers | Minnesota Timberwolves |
|---|---|---|
| Field goals | 39-91 | 39-84 |
| Field goal % | 43 | 46 |
| Three-pointers | 14-40 | 10-33 |
| Three-point % | 35 | 30 |
| Free throws | 18-27 | 26-37 |
| Free throw % | 67 | 70 |
| Rebounds | 49 | 48 |
| Offensive rebounds | 16 | 13 |
| Defensive rebounds | 33 | 35 |
| Assists | 24 | 19 |
| Steals | 7 | 9 |
| Blocks | 5 | 4 |
| Turnovers | 16 | 14 |
| Team turnovers | 1 | 0 |
| Technical fouls | 1 | 1 |
| Technical fouls, total | 1 | 1 |
| Flagrant fouls | 0 | 0 |
| Points off turnovers | 26 | 15 |
| Fast-break points | 23 | 7 |
| Points in the paint | 48 | 54 |
| Fouls | 27 | 24 |
| Largest lead | 5 | 11 |
How the scoring went
- 3rd Quarter74-81Rudy Gobert makes 2-foot layup (Bones Hyland assists)
- 3rd Quarter74-83Jaylen Clark makes 6-foot two point shot
- 3rd Quarter75-83Pascal Siakam makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter76-83Pascal Siakam makes free throw 2 of 2
- 3rd Quarter77-83Ben Sheppard makes free throw 1 of 2
- 3rd Quarter77-86Bones Hyland makes 25-foot three point step back jumpshot
- 4th Quarter77-88Naz Reid makes driving layup (Mike Conley assists)
- 4th Quarter79-88Tony Bradley makes 1-foot layup (Pascal Siakam assists)
- 4th Quarter81-88Tony Bradley makes dunk
- 4th Quarter81-90Naz Reid makes two point shot
- 4th Quarter82-90Pascal Siakam makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter83-90Pascal Siakam makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter83-92Julius Randle makes 4-foot driving floating jump shot
- 4th Quarter85-92Pascal Siakam makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter87-92Pascal Siakam makes driving layup (Aaron Nesmith assists)
- 4th Quarter88-92Pascal Siakam makes free throw 1 of 1
- 4th Quarter88-94Julius Randle makes driving layup (Mike Conley assists)
- 4th Quarter90-94Pascal Siakam makes 2-foot two point shot (Isaiah Jackson assists)
- 4th Quarter90-96Naz Reid makes 4-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter90-99Naz Reid makes 26-foot three point jumper (Julius Randle assists)
- 4th Quarter92-99RayJ Dennis makes driving layup (Tony Bradley assists)
- 4th Quarter92-101Julius Randle makes driving layup
- 4th Quarter95-101Aaron Nesmith makes 27-foot three point shot (Pascal Siakam assists)
- 4th Quarter97-101Tony Bradley makes two point shot (RayJ Dennis assists)
- 4th Quarter97-102Mike Conley makes technical free throw
- 4th Quarter97-103Donte DiVincenzo makes free throw 1 of 3
- 4th Quarter97-104Donte DiVincenzo makes free throw 2 of 3
- 4th Quarter97-105Donte DiVincenzo makes free throw 3 of 3
- 4th Quarter100-105Aaron Nesmith makes 26-foot three point jumper (Pascal Siakam assists)
- 4th Quarter100-107Julius Randle makes 12-foot pullup jump shot
- 4th Quarter100-108Rudy Gobert makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter102-108Tony Bradley makes 2-foot dunk (RayJ Dennis assists)
- 4th Quarter104-108RayJ Dennis makes two point shot (Ben Sheppard assists)
- 4th Quarter105-108Ben Sheppard makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter105-110Rudy Gobert makes 1-foot dunk (Mike Conley assists)
- 4th Quarter108-110Pascal Siakam makes 26-foot three point jumper (RayJ Dennis assists)
- 4th Quarter108-112Jaden McDaniels makes 1-foot two point shot
- 4th Quarter108-113Mike Conley makes free throw 1 of 2
- 4th Quarter108-114Mike Conley makes free throw 2 of 2
- 4th Quarter110-114Jarace Walker makes tip shot
Win probability
Above the line favours Minnesota Timberwolves, below favours Indiana Pacers.
Venue
- Target CenterMinneapolis, MN
- Attendance18978
- OfficialsTony Brothers, Nick Buchert, John Conley
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