The Minnesota Timberwolves are determined to turn their fortunes around as they take on the Sacramento Kings, aiming to break free from a three-game losing streak. With their backs against the wall, the Wolves are eager to bounce back, but injury concerns could pose a challenge. Facing a skilled Kings squad, the Timberwolves understand the importance of avoiding another setback. Let’s dive into the injury updates and more ahead of this crucial matchup.

Will Mike Conley play against the Kings? What does the injury report say?

Starting with the injury report, we begin with the Timberwolves. Point guard Mike Conley is out due to a toe injury. He last played against the Suns, scoring just 3 points, and has since missed three consecutive games, including a previous matchup against Portland on November 14th. Now back on the injury report, this will mark his fifth missed game. The other player listed for the Wolves is Joe Ingles, who is day-to-day with a calf injury. He was also last seen against the Suns, and his questionable status offers some hope as the Wolves aim to recover from their three-game skid.

Moving to the Kings, their injury report includes some significant players. Isaiah Crawford remains sidelined with a left ankle sprain but is nearing his NBA debut. It’s anticipated that the rookie will suit up for the G League’s Stockton Kings upon his return. Veteran forward DeMar DeRozan is also out due to lower back muscle inflammation, an issue he sustained during Monday’s loss to the OKC Thunder.

Against the Thunder, the Kings faced yet another setback. Trey Lyles will also be missing the matchup against the Wolves due to calf soreness sustained in Monday’s game. He exited in the second quarter, and an MRI later revealed a grade 1 right calf strain. The team announced that he will be re-evaluated in three to four weeks. The final player on the injury report is Mason Jones, who is out with a right hamstring strain. Jones suffered the injury during a G League game in the Stockton Kings’ win over the Santa Cruz Warriors, and the team has stated he will be re-evaluated in 7 to 10 days.

With the injury reports complete, let’s take a closer look at the depth charts for both teams heading into this matchup.

Depth chart and potential lineups: Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Sacramento Kings

Timberwolves’ Depth Chart:

Kings’ Depth Chart:

Please Note: DD and O means Day-to-day and Out, respectively.

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Head-to-head records of the last 10 Timberwolves-kings’ games

H2H analysis allows us to dive deeper, giving us a clearer pattern in their rivalry. It highlights trends, such as which team has a better edge in specific situations. Below, we list the last ten games between the Timberwolves and Kings (5-5 record).

Now we know who’s been dominating. Who do you think will win tonight? Do let us know your predictions in the comment section below.