The Minnesota Timberwolves will face the Denver Nuggets in Colorado on Sunday afternoon, with Julius Randle listed as questionable due to back spasms. The Timberwolves are seeking to build on their recent 94-88 road win over the LA Clippers. Despite playing 32 minutes in the previous game, Randle struggled offensively, finishing with four points on 1-of-10 shooting, alongside three rebounds and six assists.
Before tip-off, the Timberwolves confirmed Randle’s questionable status.
Julius Randle (back) questionable for Sunday.
— Underdog NBA
Overview of Julius Randle’s Season Performance
Julius Randle is in his second campaign with Minnesota, having been acquired via trade from the New York Knicks in 2024. The three-time NBA All-Star is averaging 21.7 points, 6.8 rebounds, 5.3 assists, and 1.1 steals per game this season across 60 contests. His shooting percentages include 48.4% from the field and 31.8% beyond the arc. Randle’s career also includes stints with the Los Angeles Lakers and New Orleans Pelicans over a 12-year NBA career.
Julius Randle is listed as questionable for Sunday’s game in Denver with back spasms. Randle has not missed a game this season — a goal of his this year.
— Dane Moore
Current Form and Recent Performance of the Timberwolves
The Timberwolves hold the fifth seed in the Western Conference with a 37-23 record. They enter Sunday’s matchup riding a two-game winning streak and have won six of their last ten games. Minnesota’s next contest after Denver is scheduled for Tuesday, hosting the Memphis Grizzlies at the Target Center. Last season, the Timberwolves advanced to the Western Conference finals for a second consecutive year, emphasizing their status as a strong playoff contender.
Status and Outlook for the Denver Nuggets
The Denver Nuggets sit just ahead of Minnesota as the fourth seed in the Western Conference, matching the Timberwolves with a 37-23 record. However, Denver has won only four of its last ten games and sports a 16-11 home record. Following Sunday’s game, the Nuggets will remain at Ball Arena for a game against the Utah Jazz on Monday. In the previous season, Denver was eliminated in the second round of the playoffs by the Oklahoma City Thunder, highlighting their efforts to advance further this year.
Julius Randle (back) questionable for Sunday.
— Underdog NBA (@UnderdogNBA) February 28, 2026
Julius Randle is listed as questionable for Sunday’s game in Denver with back spasms.
Randle has not missed a game this season — a goal of his this year.
— Dane Moore (@DaneMooreNBA) February 28, 2026
