The Timberwolves, currently the fifth seed in the Western Conference, approach the Nuggets after a 94-88 win over the Los Angeles Clippers in Los Angeles. Randle contributed four points, three rebounds, and six assists in that game, playing 32 minutes on a tough shooting night (1-for-10 FG, 0-for-3 from three).
Before the announcement, Randle had been listed as questionable by Minnesota, with word circulating from Underdog NBA that back issues could keep him out or limit him on Sunday.
Randle is in the second season of his time with Minnesota, following a 2024 trade from the New York Knicks. In 60 games this season, he has averaged 21.7 points, 6.8 rebounds, 5.3 assists, and 1.1 steals while shooting 48.4% from the field and 31.8% from three-point range.
The Timberwolves enter Sunday’s game at 37-23, sitting fifth in the West and riding a two-game win streak while aiming to extend a stretch of solid play—having won six of their last ten games. After Denver, Minnesota’s next game is Tuesday at home versus the Memphis Grizzlies.
Denver, led by Nikola Jokić, represents a stern test for Minnesota as they continue a busy stretch of 60 games this season. The Nuggets are one of the Western Conference contenders, and Sunday’s game stands as a critical early-season divisional contest.
Dane Moore noted that Randle has not missed a game this season, highlighting the forward’s goal to stay on the court, while Minnesota weighs Randle’s status in the hours leading up to tip. The team will provide a further update as Sunday’s game approaches.
