LiontipsMinnesota vs Toronto. Prediction and Betting Tips for NBA
Command Analysis
Minnesota suffered defeats in two latest matches of the regular season. This time, Timberwolves were defeated by Utah (125:126) at home and by Western conference leader, Denver (118:122), on away. But before that, Chris Finch's men secured home victories over Phoenix (121:116) and Cleveland (110:102). With 22 victories and 24 defeats, Minnesota side is currently at the 10th spot in the Western conference.
Team's best rebounder, Rudy Gobert, will have to miss the upcoming game. 30-year old center has already missed one match due to injury.
Toronto suffered two defeats in three latest matches. Canadian club lost to Atlanta (103:114) at home and to Milwaukee (122:130) on away. On January 16, Raptors secured an away victory over New York (123:122 OT). With 20 victories and 25 defeats, Toronto side is currently at the 11th position in the Eastern conference.
Raptors are going into this game with the strongest line-up. All leaders, including Pascal Siakam, are healthy and ready to play.
Trends
СтавкаMinnesota: total over 110,5 points
Timberwolves average 115 points per game
СтавкаToronto: total over 113,5 points
Raptors average 112 points per game
Tip and bets
Toronto is considered a clear favorite in this game. Teams are yet to face each other in the current season. In the previous one, Raptors secured two victories over Minnesota. Without Gobert, it will be tough for the Timberwolves to remain sturdy on defense. Visitors should be able to secure a victory in a close contest.
Our prediction - Toronto to win with a handicap of (-2.5) points
Head-to-head matches between these teams are usually low-scoring. Opponents failed to beat the total of 205 points in two of three latest matches. Minnesota average 117 points per game, while Toronto score 111 on away. We are not expecting a high-scoring game here.
Our second bet is on total under 222.5 points
