Washington Wizards vs. Minnesota Timberwolves - January 04, 2026

OUR NEW DUO IS LOOKING GOOD. 🤝

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Knock it down Bub 👌

Jon Krawczynski

Kuminga went right at Giannis to get that bucket at the rim. Impressive.

GETTING ACTIVE EARLY. 😤

JK straight to the rack. 💪

Live Odds	Spread	O/U	Moneyline
Minnesota Timberwolves	-11.0 -112	O 239.5 -112	-480
Washington Wizards	+11.0 -108	U 239.5 -108	+370

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Wizards to Sign Reece Beekman

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