Liontips
Golden State - Minnesota. NBA match forecast
On December 9, there will be a meeting between Golden State and Minnesota as part of the NBA regular championship. Will the Warriors be able to take revenge on their home arena? - find out in our forecast.
Command Analysis
Golden State Warriors
USACurrent form
The Warriors are in a slump, falling to fifth place in the Western Conference. Stephen Curry recent injury has hurt the team performance, but he has returned. The team last game against Minnesota ended in a 90-107 loss, highlighting its vulnerability under pressure.
Andrew Wiggins and Jonathan Kuminga are trying to compensate for the lapses, but the overall level of play of the team requires improvement. Coach Steve Kerr is actively working on correcting the errors. The upcoming home match will be a great chance to rehabilitate and return to the winning streak.
Disqualifications and injuries
Draymond Green, De'Anthony Melton and Quinten Post are all out with injuries.
Interesting facts for betting
In the last five matches, the "warriors" have won only one victory.
Probable lineup: Wiggins - Kuminga, Looney - Podzemski, Curry.
Minnesota Timberwolves
USACurrent form
The Timberwolves are on a roll, winning four straight games to move up to ninth place in the Western Conference. Their latest win over Golden State showed off the strength of the Edwards-Gobert tandem, who dominated both offensively and defensively.
The team under Chris Finch has shown steady progress. However, the upcoming game in San Francisco will be a test, as repeating success on the road will be much more difficult.
Disqualifications and injuries
Joe Ingles continues to recover from injuries.
Interesting facts for betting
The Timberwolves have won the last five head-to-head games.
Projected lineup: Randle - McDaniels, Gobert - Conley, Edwards.
Trends
Bet 1st quarter. Golden State win
The Warriors have won in the first quarter in three of their last five head-to-head games.
2.01Bet 1st quarter: total over 53.5 points
In 3 of the last 5 head-to-head games, more than 53 points were scored in the first quarter.
1.66Tip and bets
This matchup promises to be an exciting encounter between two motivated teams. Minnesota is on a roll, winning four games in a row, highlighting their excellent form and team play. However, Golden State will have an advantage playing on their home court, especially with Stephen Curry back to lead the charge.
The Warriors will face tough tests, but their experience and the support of their fans will help them correct the mistakes of the last game. The Timberwolves, in turn, can surprise thanks to their confidence and stable defense. We think the match will be tense, but in the end, the chances of winning are better for Golden State.
Our prediction is a Golden State victory with overtime at 1.98
Bet on total
Both teams like to play offensive basketball. With Curry back, the Warriors will be looking to break down the opposition defense, and the Timberwolves, in great shape, will not be left behind. We expect a high total in this matchup.
Forecast - total over 216.5 points for 1.73
Bet on statistics
The home arena, the fans' support and the return of the leader create all the conditions for a productive game from the Warriors. The team will play aggressively in attack, and we assume that their individual total will be exceeded.
Prediction - Golden State individual total over 106.5 points for 1.66
Read more
Tips from experts
Today tips
Betting predictions stat
