San Antonio Spurs vs Minnesota Timberwolves (01-17-2026) game preview: When and where to watch, expected lineup, injury report, prediction, and more

The NBA is set for a crucial matchup as the San Antonio Spurs face off against the Minnesota Timberwolves. The match will tip off at 8:00 pm ET tonight. The San Antonio Spurs have previously won only 23 out of the 41 games. While Stephon Castle is doubtful for tonight’s game, Devin Vassell has been sidelined. Their team is significantly counting on players such as Victor Wembanyama and DeAaron Fox.

As for the Minnesota Timberwolves, they have previously won 27 matches out of 42 played. With players like Julius Randle and Naz Reid, the team has a higher chance of securing their names in the walls of victory. From the expected lineup to their injury reports, here is everything you need to know about tonight’s clash between the San Antonio Spurs and Minnesota Timberwolves.

San Antonio Spurs vs Minnesota Timberwolves - When and Where to Watch the Game

The San Antonio Spurs will host the Minnesota Timberwolves at the Frost Bank Center in San Antonio, Texas. The match will tip off at 8:00 p.m. ET on January 17, 2026, exclusively on FDSN and FDSSW. Additionally, Fubo and Prime Video will stream the match for all online users.

San Antonio Spurs vs Minnesota Timberwolves - Expected Starting Lineups

San Antonio Spurs

• Victor Wembanyama (C)
• De’Aaron Fox (PG)
• Harrison Barnes (PF)
• Dylan Harper (PG/SG)
• Julian Champagnie (SF)

Minnesota Timberwolves

• Donte DiVincenzo (PG)
• Jalen McDaniels (SG)
• Julius Randle (PF)
• Rudy Gobert (C)
• Naz Reid (PF/C)

San Antonio Spurs vs Minnesota Timberwolves - Injury Report

San Antonio Spurs

• Stephon Castle - QUESTIONABLE (illness)
• Devin Vassell - OUT (adductor)

Minnesota Timberwolves

• Anthony Edwards - QUESTIONABLE (foot)
• Terrance Shannon Jr. - OUT (foot)

San Antonio Spurs vs Minnesota Timberwolves - Game Prediction

This season, the San Antonio Spurs have scored over 227.5 points in 20 out of 41 matches. However, the Minnesota Timberwolves have scored the same in 27 out of 42 matches played this season, so speculations are tougher than usual. The Spurs have some outstanding players, including Victor Wembanyama and De’Aaron Fox. Wembanyama has delivered 23.9 points, 10.9 rebounds, and 3.0 assists per game this season. However, Fox has averaged 20.4 points, 5.8 assists, and 4.2 rebounds per game.

The Minnesota Timberwolves, on the other hand, have efficient players like Julius Randle and Naz Reid. Randle has averaged 22.6 points, 7.0 rebounds, and 5.6 assists per game this season, while making the team one step closer towards the finale. Reid, on the other hand, delivered 14.9 points, 6.3 rebounds, and 2.4 assists per game.


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