Timberwolves vs. Raptors: Play-by-play, highlights and reactions

The Minnesota Timberwolves (43-33) play against the Toronto Raptors (32-32) at Scotiabank Arena Game Time: 7:30 PM EDT on Wednesday March 30, 2022 Minnesota Timberwolves 0, Toronto Raptors 0 (7:30 pm ET) What’s the buzz on Twitter? Toronto Raptors @ …

The Minnesota Timberwolves (43-33) play against the Toronto Raptors (32-32) at Scotiabank Arena

Game Time: 7:30 PM EDT on Wednesday March 30, 2022

Minnesota Timberwolves 0, Toronto Raptors 0 (7:30 pm ET)

What’s the buzz on Twitter?

Toronto Raptors @Raptors
Tonight’s @invisalign Starting Lineup pic.twitter.com/a1TVgPrA427:29 PM
Doug Smith @SmithRaps
Raptors are running out VanVleet, Trent, Anunoby, Barnes and Siakam once again
Birch is available after missing Monday with knee swelling – 7:27 PM
Minnesota Timberwolves @Timberwolves
Tonight’s @MayoClinic Status Report:
Malik Beasley (Left Ankle Sprain) and Jaden McDaniels (Left Ankle Sprain) are OUT at Toronto. pic.twitter.com/1dsEDakfju7:27 PM

Mark Followill @MFollowill
A Mavs win in Cleveland and a Minnesota loss in Toronto clinches a playoff spot for the Mavs tonight. Mavs at Cavs getting started in a few minutes on BSSW. – 7:01 PM
Minnesota Timberwolves @Timberwolves
it’s about that time.
let’s work 💼 pic.twitter.com/vSZtcJBhlf6:54 PM

Toronto Raptors @Raptors
Our efforts don’t stop tonight at the game, the Raptors will continue to reach out and support the 2SLGBTQ+ community through meaningful partnerships that continue to break down prejudice and promote compassion. ❤️💙💜💛💚🧡 pic.twitter.com/djVNfdl6056:41 PM

Aaron Rose @AaronBenRose
Hope the Raptors wear these on their trip to Orlando pic.twitter.com/tqBWvdShC06:34 PM

Toronto Raptors @Raptors
Raptors Pride themed merchandise will be sold at @ShopRSApparel and a portion of the proceeds will be donated to create equitable access to sport for 2SLGBTQ+ youth as part of our commitment to Change the Game with @MLSEFoundation
➡️ https://t.co/BVtBfIzwru pic.twitter.com/vjbaP2Yily6:34 PM

Dane Moore @DaneMooreNBA
My @PrizePicks for Wolves-Raptors
Beverley over 9.0 points
Vanderbilt over 7.5 rebounds
Trent Jr. over 20.5 points + rebounds + assists
VanVleet over 2.5 made free throws – 6:24 PM
Keith Smith @KeithSmithNBA
Armoni Brooks got a some of the remaining MLE from the Toronto Raptors in his two-year deal:
21-22: $250,000
22-23: $1,752,638
22-23 is guaranteed for $50K, rising to $250K on August 1, then fully guaranteed opening night.
@spotrac6:20 PM
Dane Moore @DaneMooreNBA
Chris Finch says Malik Beasley is out tonight, but that he is improving. Finch gave it the “day to day” label, and said he’s “hopeful that he can maybe play on this trip”
Finch says Jaden McDaniels has been cleared to resume basketball activity, and will be reevaluated in a week – 6:11 PM
Aaron Rose @AaronBenRose
Chris Finch says it’s good to see Pascal Siakam back to his pre-Bubble form. – 6:03 PM
Keith Smith @KeithSmithNBA
There were no new questions asked to Ime Udoka about the availability of Boston players to play in Toronto.
Udoka previously said “if healthy, they can all play”. There is reporting today is that Boston declined to answer vax status questions.
A couple of notes to follow.
1/2 – 6:02 PM
Toronto Raptors @Raptors
Introducing our Pride Night artist, @teefergus who created tonight’s featured logo you will see around the arena and on our channels to help us celebrate the night! pic.twitter.com/F1jpAGIdqT5:56 PM

Eric Koreen @ekoreen
Khem Birch will play tonight, but usual starters with Siakam, OG and Barnes up front. – 5:47 PM
Michael Grange @michaelgrange
Khem Birch — and everyone else — is available vs. TWolves, says Nurse. – 5:47 PM
Josh Lewenberg @JLew1050
Birch is back in the lineup for the Raptors tonight. Everybody but Flynn is available vs Minnesota. – 5:47 PM
Vivek Jacob @vivekmjacob
Khem Birch is available to play tonight – 5:46 PM
Aaron Rose @AaronBenRose
Khem Birch will play tonight – 5:46 PM
Toronto Raptors @Raptors
As you enter the arena tonight, you’ll see we are celebrating our Pride Night, which for the Raptors goes way beyond what happens on the court. It’s about creating a lasting feeling that you’re always welcome in the home of the Raptors. ❤️💙💜💛💚🧡 pic.twitter.com/sjgd5j3NDE5:36 PM

Michael Grange @michaelgrange
I’m no high performance expert, but I did watch end of Fred VanVleet’s pre-game workout and he was playing a hard game of 1-on-1 & going well into his bag, including some right-to-left step backs which put a heck of a load on his right knee. Big smiles, good mood, good sign. – 5:13 PM
Tim Bontemps @TimBontemps
New ESPN story: Asked in the past 24 hours if their teams are fully vaccinated, the Heat and Bucks said they were. The Celtics and 76ers declined to do so – meaning they could be missing players for road games in a possible first round series with Toronto. espn.com/nba/story/_/id…5:03 PM
The Ringer @ringernba
🗣 The Raptors’ unique offensive strategy
🗣 Pascal Siakam’s improvement
🗣 Describing Scottie Barnes
🗣 The continuously evolving NBA
‘The Void’ with @Kevin O’Connor and @samfolkk: open.spotify.com/episode/34Bfdd…4:25 PM
Kevin O’Connor @KevinOConnorNBA
New pod with @samfolkk on the Rookie of the Year race, how the Raptors surpassed expectations to become a playoff team, and more. open.spotify.com/episode/34Bfdd…4:19 PM
Toronto Raptors @Raptors
Great prizes from @ricohcanada are up for grabs in Game Time.
Play while you countdown to tip-off for the chance to WIN!
📲: https://t.co/QwAD1fF392 pic.twitter.com/uB1qqXNnNk4:12 PM
Ryan Blackburn @NBABlackburn
Games that pertain to the Nuggets today:
*Denver v Indiana*
Dallas v Cleveland
*Minnesota v Toronto*
Phoenix v Golden State – 4:06 PM
Dane Moore @DaneMooreNBA
125 players in the NBA have taken a shot in 100-or-more pick and rolls this season as the PnR ball-handler.
The most effective player on that list? Jaylen Nowell (tied with Tobias Harris), who has generated 1.08 points per possession as a PnR ball-handler this season. – 3:43 PM
JD Shaw @JShawNBA
Cavaliers rookie Evan Mobley will miss the next three games due to a left ankle sprain, per the team. Cleveland ranks 7th in the Eastern Conference standings, trailing the No. 6 seed Raptors by one game with seven games left in the season. – 3:35 PM
Christopher Hine @ChristopherHine
Asked Chris Finch yesterday what he needs to do to help D’Angelo Russell get back on track. His answer?
“I think we got to get him in more pick and roll.” – 2:39 PM
Bill Simmons @BillSimmons
Riding the Scottie Barnes ROY push with this week’s special Ringer #Samegameparlay on @FDSportsbook — Scottie puts up a 15-6-4, Raps cover an adjusted +6.5 at home against Minny, better than 3-1 odds, beam us up Scottie. pic.twitter.com/cDpO0IeYHj2:19 PM

Dane Moore @DaneMooreNBA
Here’s former Timberwolves player — and maybe future Wolf — Greg Monroe making his debut for the Jazz last night.
Monroe signed a 10-day contract with Utah on March 28th. pic.twitter.com/XfxMq8RX1X2:06 PM

Aaron Rose @AaronBenRose
Fred VanVleet is a finalist for the 2021-22 Twyman Stokes Teammate of the Year Award pic.twitter.com/ko7HGtXSwT2:03 PM

StatMuse @statmuse
Franz Wagner and Jalen Suggs are both top 5 in DFG% differential by rookies this season (min 45 games).
Franz Wagner is #1.
Jalen Suggs is #2.
#MuseTakeover pic.twitter.com/dGC97VVKzh1:55 PM

Toronto Raptors @Raptors
What’s your game day style?
Check out the @hudsonsbay fits of the month! pic.twitter.com/ErSv4CseYL1:54 PM

StatMuse @statmuse
Since the trade deadline, Mo Bamba is averaging:
24.9 MIN
11.1 PPG
8.1 RPG
1.0 BPG
During this stretch, he’s shooting 49.2% from the field and 43.6% from the three point line.
#MuseTakeover pic.twitter.com/ODUXW3zK3X1:45 PM

Toronto Raptors @Raptors
Hold Space: The Momager
The Raptors are holding space for individuals who make change on and off the court.
Maricris Eduarte supports her daughters and their love of the game, managing their teams and looking to increase girls participation in sport.
➡️ https://t.co/WnVKmhJdRA pic.twitter.com/prLiIqmgGD1:35 PM