Thunder Aim to Extend Win Streak Against Visiting Timberwolves

OKC looks to cover as home favorite against Minnesota in Sunday matinee

Mar. 15, 2026 at 4:31pm

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The Oklahoma City Thunder are riding a seven-game winning streak as they host the Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday afternoon. The Thunder have failed to cover the spread in any of those seven wins, but they are favored by 8.5 points at home against a Timberwolves team that has struggled on the road lately. Minnesota may be without star guard Anthony Edwards, who is dealing with a knee injury.

Why it matters

This matchup features two teams headed in opposite directions. The Thunder are surging, having won seven straight, while the Timberwolves have lost three of their last four. OKC has a chance to extend its winning streak and cover the spread at home, while Minnesota is looking to get back on track on the road.

The details

The Thunder have been dominant at home this season, going 13-4 ATS in their own building. They've also covered the spread in all three previous meetings with the Timberwolves this year. Minnesota, on the other hand, has struggled to cover as an underdog, failing to do so in 60% of games following a victory. The potential absence of Anthony Edwards would be a big blow for the Timberwolves, as he's been their MVP candidate this season.

  • The Thunder have won seven straight games.
  • The Timberwolves and Thunder last played over a month and a half ago.
  • Anthony Edwards is dealing with a knee injury and is a game-time decision.

The players

Ajay Mitchell

The Thunder guard has scored at least 15 points in four of the last five games and will look to take advantage of a potential hobbled Anthony Edwards on the defensive end.

Chet Holmgren

The Thunder center has been a rebounding machine lately, pulling down 58 boards in the last five games, and will look to dominate the paint against a Minnesota team that ranks 19th in the league in offensive rebounding.

Anthony Edwards

The Timberwolves' MVP candidate is dealing with a knee injury and is a game-time decision for Sunday's matchup.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident

What’s next

If Anthony Edwards is unable to play, Ayo Dosunmu will likely see an increased role for the Timberwolves and could be a good option for prop bets.

The takeaway

The Thunder have a great opportunity to extend their winning streak and cover the spread at home against a Timberwolves team that has struggled on the road and may be without their star player. OKC's defense and rebounding should give them the edge in this matchup.