The Minnesota Timberwolves (24-24) take on the Houston Rockets (10-36) Monday at Toyota Center. Tip-off is scheduled for 8 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Timberwolves vs. Rockets odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.
The Timberwolves defeated the Rockets 113-104 on Saturday to cover as 8-point favorites at home. Minnesota has won 7 of its last 10 games, including twice against Houston.
Houston is currently on a dismal 13-game losing streak after the Saturday loss and has dropped 9 straight against the spread.
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Timberwolves at Rockets odds
Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 9:40 a.m. ET.
- Moneyline (ML): Timberwolves -210 (bet $210 to win $100) | Rockets +180 (bet $100 to win $180)
- Against the spread (ATS): Timberwolves -5.5 (-108) | Rockets +5.5 (-112)
- Over/Under (O/U): 234.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)
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Timberwolves at Rockets key injuries
Timberwolves
- C Rudy Gobert (groin) questionable
- F Karl-Anthony Towns (calf) out
Rockets
- G Kevin Porter Jr. (foot) out
- F Jabari Smith Jr. (ankle) questionable
For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.
Timberwolves at Rockets picks and predictions
Prediction
Timberwolves 117, Rockets 108
Moneyline
AVOID.
Wagering on the Timberwolves (-210) to win on the road isn’t advised at the current odds due to the minimal return you’ll receive if they secure the victory.
Against the spread
TIMBERWOLVES -5.5 (-108) is the lean. The Rockets have lost by 8 or more points in 12 of their last 13 losses and each of their 3 meetings with the Timberwolves this season.
Minnesota is 4-1 ATS in its last 5 games overall and 6-1 ATS in its last 7 meetings against Houston. The Rockets are 1-10 ATS in their last 11 games following an ATS loss and 3-14 ATS in their last 17 games following a straight-up loss.
Over/Under
UNDER 234.5 (-115) is an enticing bet despite that these teams are both top 17 in pace, The Timberwolves and the Rockets have failed to go Over this total in 2 of the 3 meetings this season.
The Timberwolves are 4-1 to the Under in their last 5 games against a team with a winning percentage below .400.
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