The Minnesota Timberwolves will look to put an end to their recent inconsistency when they face the Milwaukee Bucks on Monday, Nov. 2. Having lost three of their past four games and still reeling from Anthony Edwards' knee surgery, the Timberwolves could use a push in the right direction.
Minnesota opened the year in tremendous form, jumping out to a 3-0 record. They're now looking to get back on track after their most recent outing produced a 121-111 loss to Victor Wembanyama and the San Antonio Spurs.
As if that weren't challenging enough, the Bucks have been far more fortunate on the injury front. While the Timberwolves are missing Edwards and Donte DiVincenzo, Milwaukee will enter the game with a clean bill of health.
Even with the uphill battle ahead of it, however, the Timberwolves have a real chance to right the ship and move two games clear of .500.
How to watch Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Milwaukee Bucks
Start time: 8:00 p.m. ET
How to watch online locally: DAZN Exclusive (Minnesota)
How to listen on radio: SiriusXM
How to watch on TV out of market: NBA League Pass
Local fans can watch 65 games on DAZN this season, including several free broadcasts.
Injury report
Milwaukee Bucks
No injuries to report at this time.
Minnesota Timberwolves
OUT: Donte DiVincenzo (torn right Achilles tendon)
OUT: Anthony Edwards (right knee arthroscopy)
Minnesota is down only two players, but they're two of the most important players on the roster. Donte DiVincenzo is still recovering from the torn right Achilles tendon he suffered during the 2026 NBA Playoffs, and Anthony Edwards recently underwent surgery on his right knee.
With Milwaukee at full strength, it's fair to argue that Minnesota is at a disadvantage. That by no means indicates that victory is an unrealistic ambition, however, as the Timberwolves still have a strong cast of players to lean on.
Projected starting lineups
Milwaukee Bucks
PG: Ryan Rollins
SG: Tyler Herro
SF: Jaime Jaquez Jr.
PF: Kyle Kuzma
C: Myles Turner
Milwaukee has run out the same starting lineup in each of its first six games, going 1-5 in the process. They will likely do the same in game seven. With a veteran frontcourt and a promising perimeter trio, the Bucks have intriguing balance and undeniable talent.
Minnesota Timberwolves
PG: LaMelo Ball
SG: Ayo Dosunmu
SF: Jonathan Kuminga
PF: Jaden McDaniels
C: Rudy Gobert
Joan Beringer started in Gobert's place during the Timberwolves' most recent outing, but things should return to normal against Milwaukee. Gobert is no longer on the injury report and should thus play. That gives Minnesota a high-level starting lineup to rely on, even without DiVincenzo and Edwards.
Bucks vs. Timberwolves matchup history
Dead even. That's the story of the history between the Milwaukee Bucks and Minnesota Timberwolves. With 72 games played, Milwaukee and Minnesota stand steady at .500 with a 36-36 head-to-head record.
The Timberwolves evened the score by winning each of the past two meetings between the two sides. Before that, the Bucks won three straight. That puts pressure on both sides to decide what the future of this Midwest rivalry will hold.
Both teams underwent drastic offseason changes and will look to get the upper hand and a winning all-time record in this one.
What to watch for as the Timberwolves take on the Bucks
Milwaukee's talented perimeter could give Minnesota trouble
Ryan Rollins has gotten off to a brutal start from an efficiency perspective, but it may only be a matter of time before he bounces back—and he may do so against Minnesota. Tyler Herro, meanwhile, has been exceptional in isolation, and Jaime Jaquez Jr. has found his jump shot.
That may ultimately prove troublesome for a Timberwolves team that's down DiVincenzo and Edwards. Thankfully, with a talented perimeter of its own, Minnesota should be able to at least compete with the best that Milwaukee has to offer—if not outperform them.
Minnesota will simply have its hands full with a cast of sharpshooters and playmakers who have the talent to get hot and stay hot.
Can the Timberwolves' up-and-comers continue to excel?
The last time out, Joan Beringer tallied 12 points and six rebounds, and Jaylen Clark scored 10 points in 20 minutes. Terrence Shannon Jr. was quiet, but he's averaging 12.0 points per game so far this season. Against the Bucks, Minnesota will need that up-and-coming trio to step up.
Even without the injuries, the Timberwolves are looking to replenish their depth with players on team-friendly deals. All three of Beringer, Clark, and Shannon check that box, but questions remain in regard to what type of players they'll ultimately become.
A strong showing here would go a long way toward instilling faith in their ability to develop into dependable players.
Will the real Jonathan Kuminga please stand up?
Jonathan Kuminga signed with the Timberwolves late in free agency and is now starting for them. He's stepped up in some regards, shooting 43.3 percent from beyond the arc and showcasing his all-around scoring ability. Unfortunately, he's also been inconsistent.
Kuminga's past three games tell the story. He tallied 20 points and five assists on 7-of-15 shooting against the Golden State Warriors, only to score just five points on six shots the next time out. He then posted 19 points on 19 shots in the Timberwolves' most recent outing.
The question is: Who is the real Kuminga? If the answer is that he's a high-volume scorer whose jump shot is legitimate, then the Timberwolves would sure love to see signs of that with Edwards out.
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