Phoenix Suns at Minnesota Timberwolves Prediction, Picks, Odds Movement, and Trends for December 8 2025

By: Kyle Kargel Published 12/08/2025, 09:35 AM ET
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Phoenix Suns vs Minnesota Timberwolves prediction for Monday night in Minneapolis as these Western Conference opponents meet for the second time in less than three weeks. Below you will find opening and current odds, full line movement tables, key matchups, and our projected final score. For additional analysis and betting insights, check the latest NBA picks.

Quick Picks and Prediction: Suns vs Timberwolves

  • Side: Minnesota Timberwolves -10
  • Total: Under 226.5
  • Projected Final Score: Minnesota Timberwolves 114, Phoenix Suns 101

Odds and Line Movement: PHX vs MIN

The spread has toggled between -9 and -10 with steady support on the Minnesota side. Total action has leaned toward the under, with the number sliding from the upper 220s toward 226.5 as money registered on the early board.

Opening Odds

Market Phoenix Suns Minnesota Timberwolves
Spread +9 (-110) -9 (-110)
Total 226.0 (over/under -110)

Current Odds

Market Phoenix Suns Minnesota Timberwolves
Spread +10 (-110) -10 (-110)
Total Over 226.5 (-110) Under 226.5 (-110)

Line Movement - Spread

Date Time Phoenix Minnesota Public ($, #)
12/08 09:15:44am +10 (-110) -10 (-110) MIN 61%, 75%
12/08 01:11:41am +9 (-108) -9 (-112)
12/07 11:06:48pm +9 (-110) -9 (-110)
12/07 07:56:52pm +10 (-110) -10 (-110)
12/07 07:56:16pm +10 (-110) -10 (-110)
12/07 07:33:50pm +9 (-108) -9 (-112)
12/07 07:33:43pm +9 (-110) -9 (-110)
12/07 07:23:45pm +9 (-110) -9 (-110)

Line Movement - Total

Date Time Over Under Public ($, #)
12/08 07:54:21am 224.5 o(-110) 224.5 u(-110)
12/08 07:48:52am 224.5 o(-112) 224.5 u(-108)
12/08 07:00:57am 225 o(-110) 225 u(-110)
12/08 06:47:32am 225.5 o(-106) 225.5 u(-114)
12/08 06:19:43am 226 o(-106) 226 u(-114)
12/08 06:19:12am 227 o(-108) 227 u(-112)
12/07 07:26:46pm 227 o(-110) 227 u(-110)
12/07 07:23:45pm 226.5 o(-110) 226.5 u(-110)

Key Matchups and Handicap: Suns vs Timberwolves

Phoenix snapped Minnesota’s eight-game winning streak in this series with a narrow 114-113 victory on November 21. The Suns now enter a challenging scheduling stretch, having faced the Thunder, Nuggets, Lakers, and Rockets twice in the past two weeks. Phoenix travels again for this contest, and with Devin Booker expected to miss the matchup due to a groin injury, offensive consistency becomes even more difficult. Booker is eyeing a potential return on Wednesday when the Suns visit Oklahoma City, which may influence Phoenix’s approach if Minnesota jumps out early.

The Timberwolves are riding a five-game winning streak and arrive with a clean injury report. Minnesota has remained stable on both ends, and their defensive pressure has been particularly effective in fourth quarters during this recent stretch. Phoenix’s offense, meanwhile, has stalled against stronger opposition. Since the teams last met, the Suns rank No. 23 in offensive rating, and Friday’s performance highlighted their issues as Grayson Allen struggled in Booker’s role, finishing with nine points, two rebounds, and no assists on 3-of-12 shooting in 26 minutes.

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If Minnesota establishes pace and physicality early, Phoenix may naturally look ahead to its upcoming road date with the Thunder. Given the Suns decline against top-tier defenses and Minnesota’s current form, the matchup leans toward a lower-scoring game with the Timberwolves controlling tempo.

  • Timberwolves are on a five-game winning streak.
  • Suns are No. 23 in offensive rating over their last two weeks.
  • Market movement has leaned early toward the under.

Key Injuries and Notes: PHX vs MIN

  • Phoenix: Devin Booker expected to miss the game with a groin injury.
  • Minnesota: No players listed on the early injury report.

ATS and Total Picks: Suns vs Timberwolves

Minnesota holds the momentum advantage, matchup stability, and home-court edge, while Phoenix faces fatigue and diminished perimeter creation without Booker.

Spread Pick

  • Pick: Minnesota Timberwolves -10

Total Pick

  • Pick: Under 226.5

Final Score Prediction

Minnesota Timberwolves 114, Phoenix Suns 101

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Stats to Know for Suns vs Timberwolves

  • Phoenix is No. 23 in offensive rating since the last meeting on November 21.
  • Minnesota’s five-game winning streak includes multiple double-digit victories.
  • Phoenix has faced five playoff-level opponents in its last six contests.
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