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Cavs face Timberwolves with key injuries affecting both teams; Darius Garland leads the Cavaliers in a crucial matchup.

Cleveland Cavaliers are set to clash with the Minnesota Timberwolves at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse, with the Cavaliers favored by a spread of -8.5 points. The projected outcome sees the Cavaliers winning by 7.5 points, while the total points are anticipated to exceed 227.5. Darius Garland stands out as a crucial player for the Cavaliers, averaging 21.9 points, 6.7 assists, and 3 three-pointers per game. However, the Cavaliers will miss Isaac Okoro and Dean Wade due to injuries, while Sam Merrill and De`Andre Hunter are day-to-day.

On the Timberwolves` side, Anthony Edwards and Mike Conley are both questionable due to injuries, adding uncertainty to their lineup. Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo have been ruled out, which could impact the Timberwolves` performance.

In another matchup, the Washington Wizards will face the San Antonio Spurs at Capital One Arena, where the Spurs are favored by -11.5 points. The total points for this game are projected to be over 235.5. Meanwhile, the Orlando Magic host the Atlanta Hawks at Kia Center, with the Magic favored by -5.5 points and a total points projection of over 221.5.

As of February 10, 2025, the Cleveland Cavaliers lead the Eastern Conference, closely followed by the Boston Celtics and New York Knicks. In the Western Conference, the Oklahoma City Thunder hold the top position, showcasing a strong season. The power rankings highlight the Thunder and Cavaliers at the forefront, with impressive records of 42-9 and 42-10, respectively. For more detailed insights, check out the NBA spreads and rankings.

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