Golden State Warriors vs Minnesota Timberwolves Prediction
| Game Time | 8:00 pm EST |
| Golden State Warriors Line | +3.5 |
| Minnesota Timberwolves Line | -3.5 |
| Total | 214 |
| TV: | NBA TV |
Below is a detailed analysis for Golden State Warriors vs Minnesota Timberwolves game.
PREGAME WARM-UP:
In this all-Western showdown between two teams with identical records tied on the 8th place of the conference, the Minnesota Timberwolves are hosting the Golden State Warriors. The Wolves are coming off a big blowout home defeat by the Knicks that snapped their previous two-game winning streak, but it was just their second loss in their last eight games, as they play their second straight game at home. The Warriors have been struggling lately, as they have won just twice in their last eleven games, and are coming off an embarrassing 51-point loss to the Grizzlies.
Golden State Warriors vs Minnesota Timberwolves Prediction
Minnesota Timberwolves Injury Report: Joe Ingles is out
Golden State Warriors Injury Report: Moses Moody is out
Minnesota Timberwolves Recent Form and Trends
The Timberwolves have a 14-12 record this season and are tied with two more teams on the 8th place of the West. The Wolves are 11-15 against the spread and 13-13 in over/under. Minnesota has an 8-5 home record, but are just 4-9 against the spread, with a +4.1-point differential. The Wolves are 6-2 in their last 8 games and 5-2 against the spread in their last 7. Under is 6-2 in their last 8 games.
The Timberwolves are coming off a 107-133 loss by New York, as they allowed the Knicks to shoot with 52% from the field. Julius Randle led Minnesota’s offense with 24 points, 5 rebounds and 3 assists.
Anthony Edwards leads the Timberwolves both in scoring with 25.9 points, adding 5.4 rebounds and 4 assists. Julius Randle adds 20.2 points, 6.7 rebounds and 3.9 assists per game with his new team.
Golden State Warriors Form and Trends
The Warriors have a 14-12 record this season and are tied with two more teams on the 8th place of the West. They are 14-11-1 against the spread and 12-14 in over/under. Golden State has a 7-7 road record, and are 8-6 against the spread, with a +1.5-point differential. The Warriors are 2-9 in their last 11 games. Under is 10-3 in their last 13 games.
The Warriors are coming off an embarrassing 93-144 loss in Memphis, as they shot with just 36% from the field and 33% from downtown. Only one Golden State starter scored double digits, as they were led in scoring by Brandin Podziemski with 21 points, 4 rebounds and 6 assists off the bench.
Steph Curry leads the Warriors in scoring with 22 points, adding 5 rebounds and a team-high 6.4 assists per game. Andrew Wiggins adds 17.8 points and 4.2 rebounds per game.
Statistical Breakdown
Offensively, the Wolves average 109.7 points per game, which is 23rd in the league. They shoot 45.9% from the field (17th) and with 37.2% from beyond the arc (13th). Defensively, they allow 106.6 points per game, which is the third-best in the NBA.
Offensively, the Warriors average 113.1 points per game, which is 14th in the league. Golden State shoots with 45% from the field (24th), and with 37.2% from beyond the arc (12th). Defensively, they rank 11th in the NBA, allowing 111.1 points per game.
Both teams are tied 1-1 wins so far this season in their two meetings in Golden State. The Wolves are 5-1 in their last 6 meetings against the Warriors, and are 3-1 in their last 4 meetings in Minnesota. Over is 3-1 in their last 4 meetings in Minnesota.
Prediction
In this Golden State Warriors vs Minnesota Timberwolves Prediction, the Timberwolves are coming as -3.5 home favorites. The Wolves are rightfully favored, as they have been playing better at home, and the Warriors are struggling mightily lately, and I certainly don’t trust them on the road at this point. Golden State also play their second consecutive road game, which doesn’t make things easier. Minnesota dominates Golden State in their recent meetings both overall and at home, so I expect them to take care of business tonight at home. Take the Minnesota Timberwolves and lay the points at home. Nick’s Pick: Minnesota Timberwolves -3.5
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