Minnesota Timberwolves vs Atlanta Hawks Picks and Predictions January 27th 2025

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Timberwolves Try to Keep Winning Mindset vs. Skidding Hawks

The Minnesota Timberwolves are looking to carry their winning mindset into Monday night’s home game against the Atlanta Hawks. Coming off two impressive victories, including a dominant 133-104 win over the Denver Nuggets, the Timberwolves are focused on building consistency as they push forward in the season.

Timberwolves Finding Their Groove

Minnesota guard Mike Conley emphasized the importance of staying disciplined and playing the right way. “Number one, it’s not getting bored of doing the right thing,” Conley said. “Keep playing fast, getting transition looks, just getting downhill and sharing the basketball.”

The Timberwolves’ recent success stems from this mindset. Saturday’s blowout victory against Denver followed a thrilling 115-114 road win against the Dallas Mavericks, showcasing their ability to perform in different game scenarios.

Anthony Edwards continues to lead the charge for Minnesota, averaging 26.3 points per game on 44.5% shooting. Julius Randle has been a steady contributor, adding 18.9 points and 7.3 rebounds per game, while Naz Reid (13.6 ppg) believes the team is starting to click.

“We’ve got to figure it out, as far as staying consistent,” Reid said. “It takes a while, but I think we’re building habits that can help us keep improving.”

Hawks Struggling Through Injuries

The Atlanta Hawks enter Monday’s game looking to snap a four-game losing streak. Injuries have been a major hurdle, with key players like Jalen Johnson (shoulder) and De’Andre Hunter (illness) missing Saturday’s 117-94 loss to the Toronto Raptors. Rookie Zaccharie Risacher (thigh) is also sidelined, leaving the Hawks shorthanded and forcing others into unfamiliar roles.

“Some guys were in unfamiliar situations,” Hawks coach Quin Snyder said. “Having some guys out made it harder for us. You saw the result.”

Trae Young remains the team’s focal point, averaging 22.8 points and an impressive 11.5 assists per game. Johnson, who is second in scoring with 18.9 points and leads the team with 10 rebounds per game, has been pivotal but could miss Monday’s matchup.

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Key Matchups to Watch

  • Anthony Edwards vs. Hawks’ Defense: Edwards’ ability to score efficiently and attack in transition will be crucial for Minnesota to maintain its momentum.
  • Trae Young’s Playmaking: With injuries limiting Atlanta’s lineup, Young’s ability to create opportunities for himself and his teammates will be vital.
  • Battle of the Boards: Both teams will rely on key rebounders like Julius Randle and Jalen Johnson (if available) to control the glass and limit second-chance points.

What’s at Stake

The Timberwolves are looking for their third straight win and an opportunity to solidify their position in the Western Conference standings. On the other hand, the Hawks are desperate to halt their skid and overcome the challenges posed by injuries and inconsistent play.

With Minnesota’s recent surge and Atlanta’s struggles, Monday’s game presents an intriguing matchup of a team finding its rhythm against one searching for answers.

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