LiontipsMinnesota vs Oklahoma. Prediction and Betting Tips for NBA
Command Analysis
Minnesota left no chance to Memphis in the previous game (109:101). But before that, Timberwolves suffered three consecutive defeats - to Charlotte (108:110), Washington (127:142) and Golden State (114:137). Minnesota Timberwolves currently have 11 victories and 11 defeats, they are currently at the 9th spot in the Western conference standings.
Member of the starting five Karl Anthony Towns will miss the upcoming game through injury. Other players are healthy and ready to play.
In the most recent match Oklahoma City secured a home victory over San Antonio (119:111). But before that, team suffered two defeats to Houston (105:118) and New Orleans (101:105). Thunder currently have nine victories and 13 defeats, they are at the 13th spot in the West.
Oklahoma approaches the match with almost all of their players available. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander might miss the game though. 24-year old point guard is team's leader on points and assists per game.
Trends
СтавкаEdwards: total over 24 points
Edwards averages 23 points per game
СтавкаRussell: total over three rebounds
Russell averages four rebounds per game
Tip and bets
Minnesota Timberwolves are considered clear favourites of the upcoming match. But without Towns it won't be easy for the Wolves to secure a victory. Minnesota should be able to get a home victory, but probably by a small margin.
Our prediction - Minnesota to win with a handicap of (-2.5) points
Teams faced each other twice in the current season. Both matches were high-scoring and ended with victories for Minnesota. Timberwolves average 115 points per game at home, while Thunder score 113 points per game on away. Total of 229 points will probably be beaten.
Our second bet is on total over 229,5 points
