Golden State at Minnesota: Box Score Simulation

Thursday Jun 4, 2026 9:00 pm - Minneapolis, MN
Odds: Minnesota by 3.5, Total Points: 168.5

NOTE: This model has not been backtested for historical accuracy (which is why we do not include it on other prediction pages throughout the site). We publish it in large part to give an idea of stylistic trends that can be expected (fast/slow, one team dominating the boards and the other shooting a lot of threes, etc). To see our best prediction for the winner and final score of the game, please see the matchup overview page.

Box Score Projection

Scoring GSV MIN
Points 82.2 82.2
Total Points   164.4
Points From 2-Pointers 33.8 39.8
Points From 3-Pointers 34.8 27.9
Points From Free Throws 13.6 14.5
Shooting GSV MIN
Field Goals Made 28.5 29.2
Field Goals Attempted 70.3 66.1
Field Goal % 40.5% 44.2%
2 Pointers Made 16.9 19.9
2 Pointers Attempted 36.5 41.8
2 Point Shooting % 46.3% 47.6%
3 Pointers Made 11.6 9.3
3 Pointers Attempted 33.8 24.3
3 Point Shooting % 34.3% 38.4%
Free Throws Made 13.6 14.5
Free Throws Attempted 17.4 17.8
Free Throw % 78.3% 81.5%
Ball Control GSV MIN
Rebounds 41.3 40.6
Rebounds - Defensive 28.2 30.4
Rebounds - Offensive 13.1 10.2
Turnovers 11.4 12.5
Blocked Shots 3.3 4.0
Steals 6.8 6.0
Fouls 14.4 15.6

Playing Style Advantage: Golden State

Expected Effect: +0.2 points
Our simulation model uses tempo-free statistics to project a detailed box score for this game. This analysis also indicates which team (if any) is expected to gain a relative advantage based on the specific matchup of paces and playing styles.

NOTE: Our simulation model assumes a neutral court setting.

Tempo-Free Projection

Possession Stats GSV MIN
Total Possessions 79.4
Effective Scoring Chances 81.1 77.1
% of Possessions with GSV MIN
2 Point Attempt 38.8% 46.0%
3 Point Attempt 35.9% 26.7%
Player Fouled 19.6% 18.1%
Turnover 14.3% 15.7%
Opponent Steal 7.5% 8.6%
Odds Per Shot Taken GSV MIN
Shot Blocked 6.2% 4.8%
Offensive Rebound 30.1% 26.6%