Utah Jazz vs Minnesota Timberwolves (01-20-2026) game preview: When and where to watch, expected lineup, injury report, prediction, and more

The NBA is set for another exciting matchup as the Utah Jazz clash with the Minnesota Timberwolves. The match will tip off at 9:00 pm ET on Tuesday. The Utah Jazz have previously won 14 out of the 44 games. Lauri Markkanen and Elijah Harkless have been sidelined. Their team is significantly counting on players such as Keyonte George and Cody Williams.

As for the Minnesota Timberwolves, they have previously won only 27 matches out of the 43 played. With players like Donte DiVincenzo and Anthony Edwards, the team has a higher chance of securing their names on the walls of victory. However, Terrence Shannon Jr. has been sidelined due to injuries. From the expected lineup to their injury reports, here is everything you need to know about tonight’s clash between the Utah Jazz and the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Utah Jazz vs Minnesota Timberwolves - When and Where to Watch the Game

The Utah Jazz will host the Minnesota Timberwolves at the Delta Center in Salt Lake City, Utah. The match will tip off at 9:00 p.m. ET on Tuesday, January 20, 2026, exclusively on FDSNX, KJZZ, and Jazz+. Additionally, Fubo and Prime Video will stream the match for all online users.

Utah Jazz vs Minnesota Timberwolves - Expected Starting Lineups

Utah Jazz

• Keyonte George (PG)
• Cody Williams (SG)
• Ace Bailey (SF)
• Taylor Hendricks (PF)
• Jusuf Nurkic (C)

Minnesota Timberwolves

• Donte DiVincenzo (PG)
• Anthony Edwards (SG)
• Jaden McDaniels (SF)
• Julius Randle (PF)
• Rudy Gobert (C)

Utah Jazz vs Minnesota Timberwolves - Injury Report

Utah Jazz

• Lauri Markkanen - OUT (illness)
• Elijah Harkless - OUT (G-League)
• Walker Kessler - OUT (shoulder)
• Brice Sensabaugh - QUESTIONABLE (illness)

Minnesota Timberwolves

• Terrence Shannon Jr. - OUT (foot)
• Naz Reid - QUESTIONABLE (shoulder)

Utah Jazz vs Minnesota Timberwolves - Game Prediction

This season, the Minnesota Timberwolves have scored 244.5 points in 10 out of their 43 games. However, the Utah Jazz have scored the same points while playing in 25 out of 44 games in total, so speculation is tougher than usual. The Jazz boast an impressive roster, featuring standout players such as Keyonte George and Jusuf Nurkic. George has delivered 24.0 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 6.8 assists per game this season. However, Nurkic has averaged 10.7 points, 10.0 rebounds, and 4.3 assists per game.

The San Antonio Minnesota Timberwolves, on the other hand, have efficient players like Julius Randle and Anthony Edwards. Randle has averaged 22.5 points, 7.1 rebounds, and 5.5 assists per game this season, while helping the team one step closer to the finale. Edwards, on the other hand, delivered 29.6 points, 4.9 rebounds, and 3.7 assists per game.


Get the latest WPL 2026 updates including WPL teams, full WPL 2026 schedule, and live scores for Mumbai Indians, Royal Challengers Bengaluru, UP Warriorz, Gujarat Giants, and Delhi Capitals. Also check the latest WPL Orange Cap and Purple Cap standings.