Sun Nov 24 20:10:00 UTC 2024: ## Celtics Eye Fifth Straight Win Against Struggling Timberwolves

**Boston, MA** – The Boston Celtics are poised to face the Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday at 3:30 p.m. at TD Garden, with a chance to extend their winning streak to five games. While reigning champions Boston are currently 13-3, the Timberwolves arrive with an 8-7 record and looking to overcome recent struggles.

A key factor for the Celtics will be the potential return of Al Horford, upgraded to “questionable” on the injury report after missing Friday’s game due to a non-COVID illness. The absence of Kristaps Porzingis (surgery rehab) continues. For Minnesota, guard Mike Conley remains sidelined with a left toe sprain.

The Timberwolves, who reached the Western Conference Finals last season, have undergone a roster shakeup, trading Karl-Anthony Towns for Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo. However, the team has experienced inconsistency, with recent losses prompting forward Julius Randle to label their last game a “low point.” Their once formidable defense is currently ranked 13th in the league, although their net rating remains in the top 10.

The Celtics, despite an imperfect victory over the Washington Wizards on Friday, will look to capitalize on Minnesota’s struggles. The game promises a clash between a team on a roll and one searching for its form.

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