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MINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA – DECEMBER 19: Julius Randle #30 of the Minnesota Timberwolves reacts against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the fourth quarter at Target Center on December 19, 2025 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The Timberwolves defeated the Thunder 112-107. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by David Berding/Getty Images)
On Sunday afternoon, the Minnesota Timberwolves will play the Denver Nuggets in Colorado.
The Timberwolves are coming off a 94-88 victory over the LA Clippers (in Los Angeles).
Julius Randle finished the victory with four points, three rebounds and six assists while shooting 1/10 from the field 0/3 from three-point range in 32 minutes of playing time.
Timberwolves Make Julius Randle Announcement
GettyMINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA – FEBRUARY 11: Julius Randle #30 of the Minnesota Timberwolves dunks the ball against the Portland Trail Blazers in the first quarter at Target Center on February 11, 2026 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by David Berding/Getty Images)
Before Sunday’s game, the Timberwolves announced that Randle is listed as questionable.
Underdog NBA wrote: “Julius Randle (back) questionable for Sunday.”
Julius Randle (back) questionable for Sunday.
Julius Randle’s 2025-26 NBA Season
Randle is in the middle of his second season playing for the Timberwolves after a trade (in 2024 via the New York Knicks) sent him to Minnesota.
Right now, the three-time NBA All-Star is averaging 21.7 points, 6.8 rebounds, 5.3 assists and 1.1 steals per contest while shooting 48.4% from the field and 31.8% from three-point range in 60 games.
In addition to the Timberwolves and Knicks, Randle has also spent time with the Los Angeles Lakers and New Orleans Pelicans over 12 NBA seasons.
Dane Moore wrote before the game: “Julius Randle is listed as questionable for Sunday’s game in Denver with back spasms. Randle has not missed a game this season — a goal of his this year.”
GettyHOUSTON, TEXAS – JANUARY 16: Julius Randle #30 of the Minnesota Timberwolves shoots the ball during the game against the Houston Rockets at Toyota Center on January 16, 2026 in Houston, Texas. User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, (Photo by Kenneth Richmond/Getty Images)
The Timberwolves In 2025-26
GettyMINNEAPOLIS, MINNESOTA – JANUARY 25: Head Coach Chris Finch of the Minnesota Timberwolves talks to the media during a press conference after the game against the Golden State Warriors at Target Center on January 25, 2026 in Minneapolis, Minnesota. (Photo by David Berding/Getty Images)
The Timberwolves come into play as the fifth seed in the Western Conference with a 37-23 record in 60 games.
They are in the middle of a two-game winning streak (and have won six out of their last ten).
Following the Nuggets, the Timberwolves will play their next game on Tuesday when they host the Memphis Grizzlies at the Target Center.
Last season, the Timberwolves reached the Western Conference finals for the straight season.
Looking At The Denver Nuggets
GettyDENVER, COLORADO – FEBRUARY 25: Nikola Jokic #15 of the Denver Nuggets warms up against the Boston Celtics at Ball Arena on February 25, 2026 in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Jamie Schwaberow/Getty Images)
On the other side of Sunday’s matchup, the Nuggets are the fourth seed in the Western Conference with a 37-23 record in 60 games.
They have won four out of their last ten games (and are 16-11 at home).
Following the Timberwolves, the Nuggets will play their next game on Monday when they remain at home to host the Utah Jazz.
Last season, the Nuggets lost to the OKC Thunder in the second round of the 2025 NBA playoffs.
Ben Stinar Ben Stinar has been covering the NBA for over seven years.
He has written for OnSI, Forbes, Amico Hoops, The Big Lead and had a podcast with former All-Star Jameer Nelson. More about Ben Stinar
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