Gameday: Wolves at Toronto

Last update: February 26, 2008 - 11:42 PM

Preview: The Wolves will try to do better than the 23-point loss they absorbed at home vs. Toronto on Feb. 10 when they play at Toronto tonight. Won't be easy. Toronto has won four of its past five overall and its past three at home by an average of 19.3 points.

Players to watch: Four of five probable Toronto starters are averaging in double figures, led by forward Chris Bosh, who is five points away from tying Morris Peterson for second in Toronto career scoring. Peterson scored 6,498 points. Guards Anthony Parker and Jose Calderon combined for 25 points, 13 assists and only two turnovers in the Raptors' victory in Minnesota.

Numbers: Toronto has averaged 117 points in its three consecutive home victories. Bosh has averaged 28 points and is shooting .744 from the field in those games. Toronto is averaging 105.8 points and is shooting .492 from the field in February. The Raptors have defeated the Wolves in seven consecutive games. Minnesota is 1-11 on the back end of back-to-back games this season.

Injuries: For Toronto, forward Jorge Garbajosa (left ankle) is out. The Timberwolves reported no injuries.

KENT YOUNGBLOOD

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