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Minnesota Timberwolves at Miami Heat odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Minnesota Timberwolves at Miami Heat odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Miami Heat (16-17) battle the Minnesota Timberwolves (16-17) Monday. Tip from FTX Arena in Miami is set for 7:30 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Timberwolves vs. Heat odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Heat lost to the Indiana Pacers 111-108 Friday, failing to cover as 6.5-point home favorites. Miami has been the worst against-the-spread (ATS) team in the NBA, posting just a 10-21-2 record. It is 9-8 straight up at home and still has a 16-17 record. The Heat are just 2-7-1 ATS in their last 10.

The Timberwolves lost to the Boston Celtics 121-109 as 9.5-point road underdogs Friday. They looked in prime position to cover, but lost the 4th quarter 33-23. Minnesota is 5-5 ATS in its last 10 games yet has failed to cover 2 in a row. The Wolves have also disappointed bettors, posting just as 13-20 season-long ATS record.

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Timberwolves at Heat odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:39 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Timberwolves +130 (bet $100 to win $130) | Heat -150 (bet $150 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Timberwolves +2.5 (+102) | Heat -2.5 (-112)
Over/Under (O/U): 222.5 (O: +100 | U: -110)

Timberwolves at Heat key injuries

Timberwolves

C Bam Adebayo (shoulder) questionable
F Jimmy Butler (ankle) questionable

Heat

C Karl-Anthony Towns (calf) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Timberwolves at Heat picks and predictions

Prediction

Timberwolves 112, Heat 109

Moneyline

PASS.

I like the Wolves to win, but I would still prefer to play the points rather than the moneyline odds.

Against the spread

BET TIMBERWOLVES +2.5 (+102).

While KAT is out, the Wolves should have both size and scoring with C Rudy Gobert and G Anthony Edwards, who leads the team averaging 23.2 points per game.

The Wolves also hung with the Celtics for 3 quarters and barely failed to cover their game prior. They are 3-2 ATS in their last 5. The Heat have lost 2 straight and have been favorites in their last 10, in which they have just a 2-7-1 ATS record.

The Heat allow 109.2 points per game which ranks 4th in the NBA, but they sit 19th (47.3%) and 18th (36%) in field goal percentage and 3-point field-goal percentage, so they aren’t quite a dominant defense still.

Ultimately, given the Heat’s struggles at home and against the spread, back the TIMBERWOLVES +2.5 (+102).

Over/Under

LEAN UNDER 222.5 (-110).

Both teams have been more consistent in hitting the Under than the Over this season. The Wolves, who played at the highest pace in the league last season, sit 5th in pace now.

The addition of Gobert has aided their defense. They are 14-19 O/U this season. The Heat, who have had stints without Butler, are just 16-17 O/U. They are 1-5 O/U in their last 6.

Ultimately, considering the trends, back the UNDER 222.5 (-110).

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Minnesota Timberwolves at Boston Celtics odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Minnesota Timberwolves at Boston Celtics odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Minnesota Timberwolves (16-16) battle the Boston Celtics (22-10) at TD Garden Friday. Tip is set for 7:30 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Timberwolves vs. Celtics odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Celtics lost 117-112 to the Indiana Pacers Wednesday, failing to cover as 9.5-point home favorites. Boston managed to make it a game despite entering the half down 28. The Celtics are 11-5 straight up at home. They are 17-14-1 against the spread (ATS) this season but are 0-5-1 ATS over their last 6 games. Boston sits 2nd in the NBA with 118.0 points per game.

The Timberwolves are just 13-19 ATS this season. Compared to 9-8 straight up at home, their 7-8 road record is better than expected. Minnesota lost 104-99 to the Dallas Mavericks at home Wednesday, failing to cover as 2.5-point underdogs. The Wolves are 3-1 ATS over their last 4 games.

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Timberwolves at Celtics odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:30 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Timberwolves +325 (bet $100 to win $325) | Celtics -400 (bet $400 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Timberwolves +9.5 (-115) | Celtics -9.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 228.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Timberwolves at Celtics key injuries

Timberwolves

F Kyle Anderson (back) questionable
C Rudy Gobert (ankle) questionable
F Karl-Anthony Towns (calf) out

Celtics

G Marcus Smart (non-Covid illness) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Timberwolves at Celtics picks and predictions

Prediction

Celtics 121, Timberwolves 108

Moneyline

PASS.

The Celtics have been struggling lately, losing 3 straight.

However, they still have one of the best duos in the league and are a solid 11-5 straight up at home. Both lines are justified here, but without KAT, I wouldn’t play the Timberwolves to win even with their boosted odds.

Against the spread

BET CELTICS -9.5 (-105).

This seems like a good buy-low spot for Boston. Season-long trends still point to it being the better play.

Minnesota is 6-9 ATS as the road side while Boston is 9-7 ATS at home. The Celtics have also been working C Robert Williams back into the lineup after he missed the first several months of the season.

The Wolves rank 21st in offensive rebounding rate and 25th in turnover rate. The Celtics rank 10th in fast break points. Those turnovers for Minnesota should allow for transition opportunities for Boston.

Considering the trends and the weaknesses in the Wolves’ offense, back the CELTICS -9.5 (-105).

Over/Under

LEAN UNDER 228.5 (-110).

The Wolves have gone Under in 4 of their last 5 games. Minnesota has scored fewer than 100 points in 2 of its last 5 games as well — the absence of Towns has been clear.

The return of Williams for the Celtics — one of the best defensive big men in the NBA — has helped the Under become the sharp side. Boston has gone Under in 6 of its last 8 games.

The recent trends point to the UNDER 228.5 (-110) being the better play and I would back it for a partial unit.

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Minnesota Timberwolves at Los Angeles Clippers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Minnesota Timberwolves at Los Angeles Clippers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Minnesota Timberwolves (13-14) play the 4th game of their 5-game road trip Wednesday against the Los Angeles Clippers (16-13). Tip-off is 10 p.m. ET at Crypto.com Arena (ESPN). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Timberwolves vs. Clippers odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Timberwolves are coming off 2 straight losses to the Portland Trail Blazers — 124-118 as 5.5-point underdogs on Saturday and 133-112 as 3.5-point underdogs on Monday. They are 1-2 on their road trip and 4-6 in their last 10 games.

The Clippers have won 2 games in a row. They blew out the Boston Celtics 113-93 at home on Monday as 4-point underdogs. They are 5-5 in their last 10 games.

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Timberwolves at Clippers odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 8:16 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Timberwolves +210 (bet $100 to win $210) | Clippers -250 (bet $250 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Timberwolves +6.5 (-115) | Clippers -6.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 223.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Timberwolves at Clippers key injuries

Timberwolves

G Jordan McLaughlin (calf) out
F Taurean Prince (shoulder) out
G DeAngelo Russell (knee) questionable
C Karl-Anthony Towns (calf) out

Clippers

G Norman Powell (groin) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Timberwolves at Clippers picks and predictions

Prediction

Clippers 109, Timberwolves 101

Moneyline

Minnesota is 6-7 on the road this season and has lost 4 of its last 5 road games.

The Clippers are 8-6 at home and will have both Paul George and Kawhi Leonard in the lineup. They kicked off their 5-game homestand with a 20-point win over the best team in the league in the Celtics.

That play should carry over, but a wager on the moneyline doesn’t make sense at this price.

PASS.

Against the spread

The Timberwolves are only 10-17 ATS this season and are 4-6 ATS in their last 10 games.

The Clippers are 14-15 ATS, but have covered the spread in 3 straight games.

With the Clippers having both stars in the lineup, expect the home team to cover the spread.

BET CLIPPERS -6.5 (-105).

Over/Under

The Timberwolves’ last 5 games have all had at least 224 points.

The Clippers are 11-18 O/U this season and only 5 of their 16 wins this season have had 224 or more points.

BET UNDER 223.5 (-110).

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Minnesota Timberwolves at Portland Trail Blazers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s Minnesota Timberwolves at Portland Trail Blazers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Minnesota Timberwolves (13-13) meet the Portland Trail Blazers (14-12) Monday at Moda Center in Portland. Tip is set for 10 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Timberwolves vs. Trail Blazers odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Timberwolves suffered a 124-118 loss in Portland Saturday, now the teams run it back. The loss and non-cover snapped a 2-0 straight up/against the spread (ATS) run for the T’Wolves.

The Trail Blazers have won 3 of the past 4 games overall while cashing ATS in each of the 4 outings. The 124 points posted at home against Minnesota Saturday were the most on its home floor since Portland dropped 125 on the Houston Rockets in a victory on Oct. 28.

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Timberwolves at Trail Blazers odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 7:02 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Timberwolves +150 (bet $100 to win $150) | Trail Blazers -175 (bet $175 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Timberwolves +4.5 (-110) | Trail Blazers -4.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 230.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)

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Timberwolves at Trail Blazers key injuries

Timberwolves

G Jordan McLaughlin (calf) doubtful
F Taurean Prince (shoulder) out
C Karl-Anthony Towns (calf) out

Trail Blazers

F Drew Eubanks (hip) probable
G Josh Hart (ankle) probable
F Justise Winslow (groin) probable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Timberwolves at Trail Blazers picks and predictions

Prediction

Trail Blazers 121, Timberwolves 115

Moneyline

The TRAIL BLAZERS (-175) are priced just slightly under my personal limit for a standalone moneyline bet, although I would just play this lightly. These teams just met Saturday, and it’s difficult to beat the same team twice in a back-to-back set.

Against the spread

I like the TRAIL BLAZERS -4.5 (-110) laying fewer than 3 buckets. Portland won 124-118 Saturday, and Minnesota has covered just once in the past 4 games away from the Twin Cities.

Portland has cashed in 4 straight, and it is stacking covers, too, going 11-5 ATS in the past 16 following a cover in the previous outing.

Over/Under

OVER 230.5 (-110) is a high number, so go lightly here.

The Under is 5-2 in the past 7 for Minnesota against teams with a winning overall record, while going 12-4-1 in the past 17 meetings in Portland. However, Saturday’s game did cash the Over, and the teams will do it again here.

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Minnesota Timberwolves at Portland Trail Blazers odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Saturday’s Minnesota Timberwolves at Portland Trail Blazers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Minnesota Timberwolves (13-12) play the 2nd game of their 5-game road trip Saturday night against the Portland Trail Blazers (13-12), whom they will face for 2 consecutive games. Tip-off for Saturday’s game is at 10 p.m. ET at Moda Center. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Timberwolves vs. Trail Blazers odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Timberwolves’ road trip kicked off Friday night with a 118-108 win over the Utah Jazz as 1-point favorites. They have won 2 games in a row and 3 of their last 4.

The Trail Blazers lost their last game Thursday night 121-120 to the Denver Nuggets but covered the 2-point spread in the loss. They have only 3 wins in their last 10 games.

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Timberwolves at Trail Blazers odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 10:25 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Timberwolves +180 (bet $100 to win $180) | Trail Blazers -210 (bet $210 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Timberwolves +5.5 (-110) | Trail Blazers -5.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 230.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Timberwolves at Trail Blazers key injuries

Timberwolves

F Taurean Prince (shoulder) out
C Karl-Anthony Towns (calf) out

Trail Blazers

F Drew Eubanks (groin) probable
G Josh Hart (ankle) probable
F Nassir Little (hip) out
G Gary Payton Jr (reconditioning) out
F Justise Winslow (groin) probable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Timberwolves at Trail Blazers picks and predictions

Prediction

Trail Blazers 118, Timberwolves 111

Moneyline

Both teams are very even both at home and on the road. Portland is 5-6 at home this season but has lost 4 of its last 5 home games. The Timberwolves are 6-5 on the road but have won 5 of their last 7 games away from home.

The Timberwolves have 6 wins in their last 10 games compared to only 3 for the Blazers, although the Blazers have won 2 of their last 3.

Also, the Wolves have won the last 5 meetings against the Blazers.

I like Portland, but you can’t risk more than 2 times your return.

PASS.

Against the spread

The Trail Blazers have covered the spread in 3 consecutive games and are 5-5 ATS in their last 10.

They are 16-9 ATS overall this season, compared to Minnesota’s 10-15 ATS.

The Timberwolves are 4-6 ATS in their last 10 games.

I’m on board with TRAIL BLAZERS -5.5 (-110).

Over/Under

Only 1 of the last 5 meetings between the teams has surpassed 231 total points.

However, 4 of the last 6 games for Minnesota have had more than 231 points.

Three of Portland’s last 10 have had more than 231 points.

The Under is 4-1 in the Wolves’ last 5 games following an outright win.

The Under is 9-2-1 in the Blazers’ last 12 games following an ATS win.

BET UNDER 230.5 (-105).

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Memphis Grizzlies at Minnesota Timberwolves odds, picks & predictions

Analyzing Wednesday’s Memphis Grizzlies at Minnesota Timberwolves odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Memphis Grizzlies (12-8) visit the struggling Minnesota Timberwolves (10-11) on Wednesday with tip-off from Target Center set for 8 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Grizzlies vs. Timberwolves odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Grizzlies are on 2-game winning streak after Sunday’s 127-123 win vs. the New York Knicks as half-point underdog. In that win it was G Ja Morant’s 27 points, along with all 4 other starters scoring in double figures, that carried the Grizzlies to that tough win in New York.

The Timberwolves are on a 3-game losing streak with their most recent loss Monday a 142-127 blowout against the Washington Wizards, That loss continued a season-long trend of Minnesota’s inability to stop any big man. Allowing C Kristaps Porzingis to drop 41 points while shooting 12-of-18 from the floor is unacceptable for this team that traded so much for former DPOY C Rudy Gobert.

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Grizzlies at Timberwolves odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 1:28 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Grizzlies -140 (bet $140 to win $100) | Timberwolves +120 (bet $100 to win $120)
Against the spread (ATS): Grizzlies -2.5 (-110) | Timberwolves +2.5 (-110)
Over/Under (O/U): 231.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Grizzlies at Timberwolves key injuries

Grizzlies

G Desmond Bane (toe) out
G Dillon Brooks (thigh) questionable
G Danny Green (knee) out

Timberwolves

F Jaden McDaniels (illness) questionable
F Taurean Prince (shoulder) out
F Karl Anthony-Towns (calf) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Grizzlies at Timberwolves picks and predictions

Prediction

Grizzlies 121, Timberwolves 108

Moneyline

BET GRIZZLIES -140.

The Grizzlies are simply a better team than the Timberwolves, who have looked terrible to start the season. They will have no answer for Morant and his scoring ability and with the obvious chemistry issues for this team they will likely continue their streak of poor play.

Against the spread

LEAN GRIZZLIES -2.5 (-110).

Even with key injuries in this game the Grizzlies should be able to win. Many NBA fans are calling for the Timberwolves to trade key pieces due to the team’s underwhelming performance, and I expect that type of performance to continue. This team hasn’t looked good so far, with G D’Angelo Russell playing at his worst rate since his 2nd year in the league, and the front court playing terribly as well, expect the Grizzlies to win this game comfortably.

Over/Under

LEAN OVER 231.5 (-105).

Neither of these teams are particularly great or terrible on either offense or defense, in fact both teams are close to the middle of the pack in both. Both teams have tremendous scoring potential, especially in their backcourts, but neither team has been able to score consistently. Based on averages alone the under is safer than the over, but it’s close. With the Grizzlies averaging 115.7 ppg and the Timberwolves averaging 114.6 these teams are averaging just under 231.5.

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Minnesota Timberwolves at Cleveland Cavaliers, picks and predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Minnesota Timberwolves at Cleveland Cavaliers odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Minnesota Timberwolves (5-8) visit Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse Sunday to face the Cleveland Cavaliers (8-4). Tip-off is at 6 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Timberwolves vs. Cavaliers odds, and our expert NBA picks and predictions.

Former Utah Jazz teammates, the foundation of the team’s streak of playoff appearances, who could not work together, will now face off against each other.

The Timberwolves made the 2022-2023 NBA season a “win now” season. They traded for C Rudy Gobert for 4 first-round picks hoping to make a deep run in the playoffs. They have started this season with a 5-8 record, which is worrisome. They lost to the Memphis Grizzlies, 114-103, Friday night and need to right the ship.

The Cavaliers also wanted to make a splash this season. They traded 3 first-round picks for G Donovan Mitchell. However, even with the extra firepower they are on a 3-game losing streak, most recently falling to the Golden State Warriors 106-101 Friday. Unlike the Timberwolves, the Cavaliers have been able to make a strong start to their season despite the losses.

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Timberwolves at Cavaliers odds

Odds provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:50 p.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Timberwolves +165 (bet $100 to win $165) | Cavaliers -210 (bet $210 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Timberwolves +5.5 (-117) | Cavaliers -5.5 (-103)
Over/Under (O/U): 222.5 (O: -112 | U: -108)

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Timberwolves at Cavaliers key injuries

Timberwolves

C Naz Reid (illness) out

Cavaliers

F Jarrett Allen (ankle) questionable
G Donovan Mitchell (ankle) questionable
G Ricky Rubio (knee) out
F Dean Wade (knee) questionable
F Dylan Windler (ankle) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Timberwolves at Cavaliers picks and predictions

Prediction

Cavaliers 110, Timberwolves 104

Moneyline

Cleveland is 4-0 straight up at home, while Minnesota is 1-3 on the road.

Minnesota seems destined to lose again, but -210 is a bit too juicy for me. I will AVOID.

Against the spread

All signs are against Minnesota. The Timberwolves are 0-5 against the spread in their last 5 games when they play on a day of rest. They also have covered just once in their last 7 games.

Cleveland on the other hand are 6-0 against the spread in their last 6 home games.

Now that being said a lot of this hinges on Mitchell playing. You may want to wait until closer to game time, but assuming he plays, I like the Cavaliers.

BET CAVALIERS -5.5 (-103).

Over/Under

The Under is 9-1 in Cavaliers last 10 games in Cleveland after a road trip of a week or longer.

Minnesota also trends towards the Under, going 4-0 in their last 4 road games against teams with a winning home record. And the Timberwolves hit the Under in 6 straight road games.

LEAN UNDER 222.5 (-108).

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New York Knicks at Minnesota Timberwolves odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Monday’s New York Knicks at Minnesota Timberwolves odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Minnesota Timberwolves (5-5) welcome the New York Knicks (4-5) to Target Center Monday. Tip is set for 9:15 p.m. ET. Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Knicks vs. Timberwolves odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Knicks hosted the Boston Celtics at Madison Square Garden on Sunday and were destroyed 133-118, giving up 50 bench points. New York has now lost 4 of its last 5.

The Knicks are led in scoring by G Jalen Brunson, who is averaging 19.3 points per game and shooting 49.3% from the field. F RJ Barrett and F Julius Randle average 19.3 and 18.9 respectively.

As for the Timberwolves, they will be a bit more rested, having taken down the Rockets 129-117 on Saturday evening to end a 3-game losing streak.

The T-wolves are led by a lethal duo of G Anthony Edwards and F Karl-Anthony Towns, who combine to average 44.8 points per game. Six T-wolves players average double figures.

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Knicks at Timberwolves odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 12:21 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Knicks +150 (bet $100 to win $150) | Timberwolves -190 (bet $190 to win $100)
Against the spread (ATS): Knicks +4.5 (-108) | Timberwolves -4.5 (-112)
Over/Under (O/U): 230.5 (O: -108 | U: -112)

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Knicks at Timberwolves key injuries

Knicks

C Mitchell Robinson (leg) out

Timberwolves

C Rudy Gobert (health and safety protocols) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Knicks at Timberwolves picks and predictions

Prediction

Timberwolves 121, Knicks 113

Moneyline

PASS.

With the T-wolves at -190, I wouldn’t play anything on the moneyline. Minnesota should dominate New York, and I’d back the points here with the home side.

Against the spread

LEAN TIMBERWOLVES -4.5 (-112).

The Timberwolves and Knicks are both down their starting center. That should benefit Towns more than Randle, and the Wolves have the length and scoring to be able to take Brunson and company out of the game.

This game will be a test of strengths, and the T-wolves’ defense against a Knicks team on the 2nd night of a back-to-back should prevail.

New York is 0-1 ATS with a rest disadvantage and 2-3 ATS as an underdog this season. Minnesota is 3-2 ATS following a loss as well. It’s a lean, but I’d back the T-wolves.

Over/Under

LEAN OVER 230.5 (-108).

The Knicks are significantly better offensively this season with the addition of Brunson. They shot over 50% against the Celtics, yet they allowed Boston to hit 53% of its attempts.

The T-wolves turn the ball over and don’t rebound at a high rate, but they do shoot the 14th-best percentage in the NBA, and that’s been the main weakness for the Knicks defense.

Both teams also rank in the top half of the league in pace with the Knicks 15th and the T-wolves 4th. New York gave up 133 in 4 quarters to Boston, and the T-wolves play at a far faster pace.

Expect points to come in bunch, and the OVER 230.5 (-108) to be the best play.

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Milwaukee Bucks at Minnesota Timberwolves odds, picks and predictions

Analyzing Friday’s Milwaukee Bucks at Minnesota Timberwolves odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Minnesota Timberwolves (4-4) welcome the Milwaukee Bucks (7-0) to Target Center Friday. Tip is set for 10 p.m. ET (ESPN). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Bucks vs. Timberwolves odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Bucks are the last undefeated team in the NBA and are coming off a blowout 116-91 win over the Detroit Pistons Wednesday, covering as 11.5-point favorites. They’ve won 4 of their 7 games by 10 or more.

Milwaukee is led by two-time MVP F Giannis Antetokoumpo. Antetokounmpo is averaging 33.6 points and 12.7 rebounds per game and has led the Bucks to an undefeated record without G Khris Middleton.

The Timberwolves are riding a 2-game losing skid, 107-98 at the San Antonio Spurs Saturday and 116-107 at the Phoenix Suns Tuesday. They are 3-2 at home.

The Wolves are led G Anthony Edwards, who is averaging 23.1 points per game. C Karl-Anthony Towns is also a high-impact player, scoring 21.6 per game.

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Bucks at Timberwolves odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:28 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Bucks -175 (bet $175 to win $100) | Timberwolves +140 (bet $100 to win $140)
Against the spread (ATS): Bucks -3.5 (-115) | Timberwolves +3.5 (-105)
Over/Under (O/U): 226.5 (O: -115 | U: -105)

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Bucks at Timberwolves key injuries

Bucks

F Giannis Antetokoumpo (knee) probable
G Pat Connaughton (calf) out
G Khris Middleton (wrist) out

Timberwolves

G Anthony Edwards (illness) questionable
C Rudy Gobert (illness) questionable

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Bucks at Timberwolves picks and predictions

Prediction

Timberwolves 116, Bucks 113

Moneyline

PASS.

With the Wolves getting points here, I would rather take their spread.

Against the spread

BET TIMBERWOLVES +3.5 (-105).

If Gobert and Edwards play, the Wolves have a defense that should be able to counter Milwaukee well. KAT and Gobert’s length would work well preventing the straight drives of Giannis.

The Wolves have the 11th-best net rating, have played better than their record indicates and have the scoring to be able to keep pace with Milwaukee.

A weakness for Minnesota is on the fast break. The Wolves have allowed the 6th-most fast breakpoints. The Bucks sit 16th and don’t play at a breakneck pace either which should play to the Wolves’ strength in the halfcourt.

Over/Under

LEAN OVER 226.5 (-115).

Both teams rank in the top half of the league in pace with Minnesota 4th and Milwaukee 15th. Expect this to be an exciting game, one in which the Wolves look to up the tempo.

Minnesota has high-level scorers in Edwards and KAT, players that can get hot and score in bunches.

The Timberwolves have a 2-6 O/U record after a similar roster was a league-best 52-37 O/U last season, back the OVER 226.5 (-115) here as the Wolves should get back to their typical scoring selves at home.

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Minnesota Timberwolves at San Antonio Spurs odds, picks & predictions

Analyzing Sunday’s Minnesota Timberwolves at San Antonio Spurs odds and lines, with NBA expert picks, predictions and best bets.

The Minnesota Timberwolves (4-2) take a trip down south to visit the San Antonio Spurs (4-2). Tipoff from AT&T Center is set for 7 p.m. ET (NBATV). Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Timberwolves vs. Spurs odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.

The Timberwolves are rolling heading into this one, currently on a 2 game winning streak where both wins came by double digits, including a 134-122 win vs. the Spurs on Oct. 26th. The Timberwolves still have yet to find their rhythm offensively but have seemingly improved on both sides of the ball since the beginning of the season.

C Rudy Gobert is off to a phenomenal start to the season, averaging 15 points, 15 rebounds and 1 block per game. F Anthony Edwards leads the team at 23 ppg on 47% shooting from the field and 35% from beyond the arc, but only 60% shooting on free throws.

The Spurs have looked surprisingly good after many fans expected them to tank after trading all-star G Dejounte Murray and G Lonnie Walker IV. Third-year G Tre Jones is a large part of their success to this point of the season as he has improved greatly this year on the offensive end of the floor. Jones is averaging 13.5 ppg and and a team-leading 4.8 assists. F Keldon Johnson has proven to be their number one options offensively as he is currently averaging 23 ppg on 44% shooting from the field so far.

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Timberwolves at Spurs odds

Provided by Tipico Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:01 a.m. ET.

Moneyline (ML): Timberwolves -210 (bet $210 to win $100) | Spurs +165 (bet $100 to win $165)
Against the spread (ATS): Timberwolves -5.5 (-105) | Spurs +5.5 (-115)
Over/Under (O/U): 239.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)

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Timberwolves at Spurs key injuries

Timberwolves

F Kyle Anderson (back) questionable
G Jordan McLaughlin (heel) questionable

Spurs

F Josh Richardson (back) questionable
G Devin Vassell (knee) out

For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.

Timberwolves at Spurs picks and predictions

Prediction

Timberwolves 125, Spurs 118

Moneyline

LEAN TIMBERWOLVES -210

Yes, this is your riskiest play in this game. These 2 teams have already met twice on the young season and each team has gotten a win over that period. The Timberwolves are the more talented team and with no injuries to any of their stars they are 100% the safer bet for this game.

Against the spread

LEAN TIMBERWOLVES -5.5 (-105)

The Timberwolves have a much better defense than the Spurs, ranking 16th in defensive rating to the Spurs 28th rating. The Spurs are a very young team with not a lot of stars, but they are 1 of the best-coached teams in the league led by future Hall of Fame coach Gregg Popovich. The stars for Minnesota will determine the outcome of this game and they should be able to gather a lead in this game that their bench unit will simply need to maintain.

Over/Under

BET OVER 239.5 (-105)

This is your safest play for this game. The Spurs have a terrible defense with what has looked like a phenomenal offense. They allow 122 ppg, 3rd-worst in the league, but their scoring average of 119.8 is 2nd-best. Couple that with the Timberwolves’ averages of 114 ppg allowed and 118 ppg scored and the over here should be reached with ease.

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