The New York Knicks will host the Minnesota Timberwolves at Madison Square Garden on Tuesday night.

The Knicks (22-22) are coming off a disappointing loss against the Charlotte Hornets on Monday. Julius Randle and R.J. Barrett co-led the Knicks in scoring with 18 points each, and each had a double-double as well -- Randle grabbed 10 rebounds and dished out three assists, while Barrett pulled down 12 boards and handed five dimes to go along with two steals. Mitchell Robinson had 10 points and six rebounds. Immanuel Quickley had 12 points and Obi Toppin had 11, both off the bench. New York has gone 4-2 over its last six games, and the loss against the Hornets snapped their three-game winning streak. The Knicks have gone 11-12 at home this season.

Kemba Walker (knee), Nerlens Noel (knee), Cam Reddish (ankle) and Derrick Rose (ankle) have been ruled out for this contest, while Luka Samanic (heel) will be a game-time decision.

The Timberwolves (21-22) are coming off a commanding 20-point win over the Golden State Warriors on Sunday, and that was a statement win for a franchise that’s clearly on the rise based on their performances of late. During that victory, Karl-Anthony Towns tallied 26 points, 11 rebounds and two blocks to pace Minnesota. Patrick Beverley collected 10 points, four rebounds and four assists. D'Angelo Russell registered seven points, three rebounds, 12 assists and two steals. Jaylen Nowell led the bench with 17 points, two rebounds and four assists while Malik Beasley had 16 points, two rebounds and three assists. . Minnesota has gone 3-2 in its last five contests and owns a 9-12 record on the road.

Jordan McLaughlin (COVID-19) is out for this game, but he will be Minnesota’s lone absentee.