NBA Playoffs Betting Preview: Nuggets vs Wolves
The No. 3 seed Denver Nuggets (54-28, 26-15 away) take on the No. 6 Minnesota Timberwolves (49-33, 26-15 at home) in Game 6 of this first-round NBA Playoffs series. Minnesota leads the series 3-2.
Points on the Menu
We’ve got a strong opinion when it comes to the totals when the Nuggets play the Wolves. Our prediction is that there will be Over 224.5 points and that is on offer at -110.
Wolves Lead Stands After Loss
The Timberwolves remain 3-2 up in the series, even though the Nuggets claimed a 125-113 win in Game 5 at Ball Arena on Monday night.
Nikola Jokic delivered a fantastic triple-double for the Nuggets with 27 points, 16 assists and 12 rebounds. For the Wolves, Julius Randle finished with 27 points, while Ayo Dosunmu added 18 and Terrence Shannon 15.
Head-to-Head Statistics
The last 10 head-to-head matchups are split evenly at five wins apiece.
Nuggets
54
28
0.659
122.1
116.9
5.2
28-13
26-15
11-5
36-16
10-0
12W
Timberwolves
49
33
0.598
118
114.6
3.4
26-15
23-18
9-7
31-21
5-5
2W
Denver Nuggets – Last 10 Games
The Nuggets have 7 wins and 3 losses in the past 10 games. They are averaging 121.1 points, 44.5 rebounds, 28.3 assists, 7.5 steals and 4.5 blocks while shooting 47.8% from the field and 83.0% from the free-throw line. The opposition average 117.2 points and 45.1 rebounds per contest.
Nikola Jokic is averaging 23.9 points, 11.6 rebounds and 8.4 assists, while Jamal Murray averages 2.2 (34.4%) 3-pointers made.
Minnesota Timberwolves – Last 10 Games
The Wolves have won 6 and lost 4 of their previous 10 contests. Averaging 118.2 points, 41.6 rebounds, 26.2 assists, 7.7 steals and 5.2 blocks per game while shooting 49.1% from the field and 78.8% from the free-throw line. Their opponents have averaged 116.3 points and 41.6 rebounds.
Ayo Dosunmu is averaging 16.0 points, Rudy Gobert 7.3 rebounds and Donte DiVincenzo 3.0 assists along with 2.4 (39.3%) 3-pointers made.
Denver Nuggets vs Minnesota Timberwolves Prediction & Picks
Our expert Denver Nuggets vs Minnesota Timberwolves tips include betting advice on all fronts — from a main match prediction and player prop guidance to a correct score selection and a ready-made bet builder.
Game Prediction
You can get -110 that there are Over 224.5 points and there’s lots of juice in those odds. The two teams should be able to keep the score ticking for our pick to win.
Injuries can influence the outcome and our NBA handicappers factor that in alongside the latest form guide. We apply the same approach to the stats to build the clearest picture of how the game might unfold.
Key Nuggets vs Timberwolves stats:
The 224.5 line has been covered in 8 of the last 10 Nuggets games on the road.The 224.5 line has been covered in 16 of the last 20 Nuggets games on the road.The 224.5 line has been covered in 7 of the last 10 Wolves games.Over 224.5 Probability
According to the top NBA betting sites, there’s a 52.4% likelihood of our pick landing a return. In our opinion, there’s actually a probability of success closer to 60%. This is why we regard this as a value wager.
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If you are wanting bigger odds for your Total wager, then it’s possible to move the line and get more juice. You can choose to bet Over when it comes to different levels.
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Player Prop Picks
Julius Randle (Wolves) has an average of 16.75 points in the past 4 home games. We are therefore keen to back the -114 that he fails to cover this total when it comes to Player Points.
Latest Julius Randle Player Prop Odds
Cameron Johnson (Nuggets) has recorded an average of 13.75 points in the past 8 games. It makes sense to bet on him to cover the line and there are odds of -135 available for this Player Points wager.
Latest Cameron Johnson Player Prop Odds
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Correct Score Prediction
For a fun wager, consider backing the Nuggets to claim a 117-114 victory. Although it’s a speculative bet, we are expecting things to be close between the two teams.
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Denver Nuggets vs Minnesota Timberwolves Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
Nuggets Moneyline Odds Suggest Victory
The Denver Nuggets odds have been priced up by the sportsbooks and they are -238 betting favorites to land victory in this NBA game which means a 70% chance of winning. If you’re looking for an alternative angle, Minnesota Timberwolves are trading at +198.
There is a spread of 5.5 and total points has a line of 224.5. The Totals offers basketball bettors an alternative way of getting involved. If you fancy Over 224.5, this outcome can be backed at -108.
Whether you are betting pre-game or in-game, the top basketball sportsbooks offer a huge selection of team props and game lines. The options are practically endless, and it’s awesome to have so many alternatives.
Betting Lines & Odds
Moneyline
Point Spread
Total Points
Nikola Jokic Favorite to Score the Most Points
Nikola Jokic is the favorite to hit the most buckets. You can back -106 that he gets Over 30.5 points. Alternatively, Under is trading at -128.
Player Points
Nikola Jokic (Nuggets)
Jamal Murray (Nuggets)
Julius Randle (Timberwolves)
Ayo Dosunmu (Timberwolves)
Player Assists
Nikola Jokic (Nuggets)
Jamal Murray (Nuggets)
Julius Randle (Timberwolves)
Ayo Dosunmu (Timberwolves)
Mike Conley (Timberwolves)
Jaden McDaniels (Timberwolves)
Bones Hyland (Timberwolves)
Player Rebounds
Nikola Jokic (Nuggets)
Rudy Gobert (Timberwolves)
Julius Randle (Timberwolves)
Naz Reid (Timberwolves)
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Target Center
Wolves Racking Up the Home Wins
The Wolves are riding three consecutive victories at Target Center. They are 6-4 in their last 10 home games, averaging 112.10 points scored and 109.90 points allowed.
The Nuggets have five wins and five losses in the last 10 games on the road, posting 120.80 points per contest while yielding 122.00.
The Wolves beat the Nuggets 112-96 when they last met at Target Center. The previous 10 H2H clashes at Target Center have ended with both teams winning five times.
Minnesota Timberwolves Home Stats
6-4
222.00
112.10
109.90
3
7
Denver Nuggets Away Stats
5-5
242.80
120.80
122.00
8
2
W-L = Wins-Losses
P = Avg. Points
PF = Avg. Points For
PA = Avg. Points Against
O224.5 = Games Over 224.5 Points
U224.5 = Games Under 224.5 Points
Team Stats
Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
Denver Nuggets Stats
Minnesota Timberwolves Stats
7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games
5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games
6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 home games
-5.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 5 of the last 10 games
-5.5 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 2 of the last 10 games on the road
+5.5 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 games
+5.5 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 7 of the last 10 home games
Game Totals: An average of 238.30 pts in the previous 10 games
Game Totals on the Road: An average of 242.80 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
Over 224.5: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games
Over 224.5 on the Road: Covered in 8 of the previous 10 games on the road
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 121.10 pts and allowed 117.20 pts in the last 10 games
Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 120.80 pts and allowed 122.00 pts in the last 10 games on the road
Game Totals: An average of 234.50 pts in the previous 10 games
Game Totals at Home: An average of 222.00 pts in the previous 10 home games
Over 224.5: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 games
Over 224.5 at Home: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 home games
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 118.20 pts and allowed 116.30 pts in the last 10 games
Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 112.10 pts and allowed 109.90 pts in the last 10 home games
Last 10 Games
2-Pointers Made: 30.80 (56%)
3-Pointers Made: 12.70 (35%)
Free Throws Made: 21.40 (82.95%)
Rebounds: Total 44.5, Offensive 9.90, Defensive 34.60
Assists: 28.30
Blocks: 4.50
Steals: 7.50
Turnovers : 11.40
Personal Fouls: 20.40
Last 10 Games on the Road
2-Pointers Made: 28.80 (54%)
3-Pointers Made: 12.90 (36%)
Free Throws Made: 24.50 (82.49%)
Rebounds: Total 46.7, Offensive 10.80, Defensive 35.90
Assists: 27.60
Blocks: 3.90
Steals: 6.10
Turnovers : 11.80
Personal Fouls: 20.70
Last 10 Games
2-Pointers Made: 30.30 (57%)
3-Pointers Made: 12.90 (37%)
Free Throws Made: 18.90 (78.75%)
Rebounds: Total 41.6, Offensive 10.40, Defensive 31.20
Assists: 26.20
Blocks: 5.20
Steals: 7.70
Turnovers : 14.10
Personal Fouls: 23.90
Last 10 Home Games
2-Pointers Made: 29.00 (52%)
3-Pointers Made: 10.90 (31%)
Free Throws Made: 21.40 (77.82%)
Rebounds: Total 45.1, Offensive 13.10, Defensive 32.00
Assists: 25.90
Blocks: 6.90
Steals: 8.80
Turnovers : 13.70
Personal Fouls: 21.30
Starting Lineups
Both teams’ confirmed lineups will be published ahead of tip-off. There is also the chance to look at the lineups from the previous 10 games.
Expert Analysis by Kyrone Jones
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