After losing six out of their last seven games, the Portland Trail Blazers picked up the victory against the last-place Phoenix Suns on Thursday. Although defeating the Suns should not inspire too much confidence, it is a step in the right direction. They will look to continue to build the positive momentum tonight against the Minnesota Timberwolves.
The Timberwolves have won seven of their last ten games and have surprisingly been a much better team since trading Jimmy Butler. Led by Robert Covington, the Timberwolves are a now a strong defensive team.