T-Wolves look to ignite offense against Thunder

Two Western Conference counterparts looking to end losing skids meet Friday when the host Oklahoma City Thunder welcome the Minnesota Timberwolves to town.

Minnesota comes into Friday's matchup trying to snap a three-game losing streak and salvage the last outing on a five-game road swing.

The Timberwolves began the trip moving a game above .500 for the season with their third win in four contests, beating Utah on Dec.