Game Preview: 3 Things to Watch for as the Blazers Face the Timberwolves

PORTLAND, OR - JANUARY 24: Damian Lillard
PORTLAND, OR - JANUARY 24: Damian Lillard
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The Portland Trail Blazers had a rough shooting night last night against the Lakers, but they hope to bounce back tonight against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Here is what to watch for in tonight’s game.

The Portland Trail Blazers have had a strong start to the season, despite being without starter Maurice Harkless who may be their best Three-and-D player. They are currently 6-3 and are fifth in the Western Conference.

Damian Lillard, in particular, has impressed and is averaging a career-high 29.2 points per game. However, the Trail Blazers had a bad night shooting the basketball against the Lakers last night.

They will look to bounce back tonight against the Minnesota Timberwolves, who will be without their star player Jimmy Butler. Here’s what to watch for.