The Atlanta Hawks (13-38) visit the Minnesota Timberwolves (15-34) Wednesday at Target Center for an 8 p.m. ET tip-off. The two squads were part of a four-team blockbuster trade Tuesday night which saw the ‘Wolves deal PF Robert Covington and the Hawks acquire C Clint Capela. We analyze the Hawks-Timberwolves sports betting odds and lines, with NBA betting advice and tips around the matchup.
Hawks at Timberwolves: Key Injuries
Hawks
- SG DeAndre’ Bembry (hand) out
- PF Bruno Fernando (calf) questionable
- SG Kevin Huerter (groin) probable
- SF De’Andre Hunter (ankle) questionable
- C Alex Len (hip) out
- PF Jabari Parker (shoulder) out
- SF Chandler Parsons (concussion) out
- PF Cam Reddish (concussion) out
- PG Trae Young (elbow) probable
- C Clint Capela (heel) out
- C Nene Hilario (groin) out
Timberwolves
- SG Allen Crabbe (knee) doubtful
- SF Jake Layman (toe) out
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Hawks at Timberwolves: Odds, lines, picks and betting tips
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Prediction
Hawks 118, Timberwolves 111
Moneyline (ML)
The HAWKS (+195) have an extensive injury list, but they’re getting plush odds against a Timberwolves side (-239) being shown far too much respect while in the midst of a 12-game losing skid. The Hawks lost their last two games, 123-100 at the Dallas Mavericks Saturday and 123-115 vs. the Boston Celtics Monday, but they’re playing in their proper tier Wednesday.
Minnesota is 6-18 at home, while Atlanta is 5-21 on the road. This is much closer to a coin flip than the odds dictate, so it only makes sense to chase the value. Tuesday’s trade won’t have much of an impact on either side just yet. The Timberwolves’ loss of Covington represents the only major role being opened up Wednesday.
Line/Against the Spread (ATS)
The HAWKS (+5.5, +100) are still getting even money to stay within 5 points in a loss or to win outright. The Timberwolves are just 17-30-2 against the spread overall and 5-18-1 at home, while the Hawks are 23-28 ATS overall and 8-18 on the road. The Hawks acquired the best player in Tuesday’s trade with Capela. Look for what’s left of Wednesday’s roster to come out reinvigorated.
Over/Under (O/U)
Take the UNDER 237.5 (-115). With plenty of openings on both teams, there will be a good number of bench players motivated to secure a larger role for the remainder of the season, but this much turnover is sure to throw both sides out of sync. Expect a sloppy game filled with turnovers and poor shot selection as some bottom-of-the-roster players attempt to play hero ball.
Esten’s NBA betting record: 179-146
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