After the brawl that marred the Timberwolves' last game against the Deteoit Pistons, the NBA handed out suspensions to five players, including Donte DiVincenzo and Naz Reid. Both players play critical roles for the Wolves, especially on offense, and their absence should be enough to give Denver a leg up.

The Timberwolves are currently 20-16 on the road with a point differential of 5, while the Nuggets have a 6-4 record in their last ten games at home.

Gilbert Arenas believes that Isaiah Stewart might be scapegoated for the Pistons' rough style of play this season.