What happened: Saturday’s game is in Las Vegas. Minnesota won the Aug. 8 meeting 97-87 after Las Vegas took the June 13 matchup 100-97.
Why it matters: The winner gains a 2-1 season-series edge between two top-three teams. Las Vegas can narrow the standings gap on the league leader.
By the numbers: Minnesota holds a 194-187 aggregate scoring edge through two meetings. The home team won both games.
What to watch: Watch whether home court swings the matchup again.