San Antonio Spurs (3-16) vs. Minnesota Timberwolves (15-4)
San Antonio Spurs vs. Minnesota Timberwolves 12/6/23 – The struggling San Antonio Spurs (3-16) will face the surging Minnesota Timberwolves (15-4) on Wednesday night. The Timberwolves have been one of the best teams in the NBA while the Spurs hold the league’s worst record. Our handicapping services give Minnesota a significant edge at home.
The San Antonio Spurs have lost 10 straight games and have yet to win on the road this season. Their defense allows the most points in the NBA, while their offense ranks second-last in scoring. San Antonio will need a heroic effort on both ends of the court to keep this game competitive.
Meanwhile, Minnesota Timberwolves has won seven of its last eight contests. The Timberwolves have excelled on both ends of the floor, ranking top-12 in both offensive and defensive rating. Their only losses have come against top teams like Memphis, Phoenix and Cleveland. Minnesota should extend its home dominance against the lowly Spurs.
San Antonio Spurs vs. Minnesota Timberwolves 12/6/23 Game Info
| When: | Wednesday, December 6, 2023 at 7:30 PM ET |
| Where: | Target Center |
| TV: | ESPN |
| Stream: | NBA League Pass |
Victor Wembanyama C vs. Anthony Edwards SG
Towering center Victor Wembanyama has shown tremendous potential early in his rookie campaign. Although his Spurs have struggled mightily, Wembanyama has posted 19.3 points, 9.7 rebounds and an eye-popping 2.7 blocks per contest. His rare combination of size, skill and athleticism could someday make him a generational talent. However, the 19-year-old phenom is still extremely raw and prone to rookie mistakes, averaging 3.5 turnovers per game.
Anthony Edwards earned his first All-Star selection last season and has taken another leap in his third NBA campaign. His averages of 26.2 points, 5.9 rebounds and 5 assists lead the balanced Timberwolves. Edwards uses his strength, quickness and scoring ability to overpower opponents. But he doesn’t always play under control, piling up 3.2 turnovers per contest. Wembanyama’s length could bother Edwards, although the 21-year-old should still tally 20+ points.
This matchup pits one of the league’s brightest young stars versus a potential future MVP candidate. Edwards boasts a major experience edge right now and should win this individual battle. But Wembanyama’s ability to protect the rim could slow down drives from Minnesota’s go-to scorer. These two budding stars have tremendously bright futures regardless of Wednesday night’s outcome.
NBA Odds/Point Spread: Minnesota Timberwolves -526, Total Odds: 224.5
The betting odds heavily favor the Timberwolves, reflecting their strong season performance. The spread of -11 for Minnesota indicates expectations of a comfortable win. The total points over/under set at 224.5 points suggests a relatively high-scoring game.
San Antonio Spurs Betting Trends
The Spurs have posted a terrible 4-14-1 ATS record and rank dead-last in the West. San Antonio has failed to cover in 10 straight contests, a disturbing trend for bettors. The Spurs also sport an 0-10 SU record over their last 10 games and have yet to win away from home. Based on these futile results, backing San Antonio ATS or on the moneyline seems foolish right now. On the totals side, 14 of the Spurs’ last 20 games have finished over the projected number.
Minnesota Timberwolves Betting Trends
Minnesota has rewarded bettors with a 12-6 ATS record this season. The Timberwolves also boast a stellar 13-2 mark over their last 15 contests when favored by seven or more points. Riding Minnesota in this mismatch spot has paid dividends all year long. However, unders have cashed in four of the Timberwolves’ past six games. Minnesota looks poised to win big at home in this contest, meaning they could take their foot off the gas in the second half.
San Antonio Spurs vs. Minnesota Timberwolves 12/6/23 Betting Picks
Stats and trends reveal the Timberwolves as a clear frontrunner, thanks to their impressive home record and overall performance this year. However, the Spurs may benefit from an over/under total points bet.
As they are an unbeaten team at home, the Timberwolves should easily cover the spread. Furthermore, total points may surpass 140.
This game, part of the exciting NBA matchups to watch, is likely to see Minnesota extending their winning run at home.
Free Pick & Prediction: Minnesota Timberwolves 120, San Antonio Spurs 107