The Timberwolves are ready to clash with the New Orleans Pelicans on Wednesday, Nov 8. Today’s matchup is set to tip off at 8:00 ET and will be televised on BSN. Minnesota enters this game as 7.5-point favorites, and the over/under total is currently at 219. Can the Timberwolves pull this one out as the favorite? Below you will find our Timberwolves vs. Pelicans player props and predictions.
Timberwolves vs. Pelicans Odds
- Spread: Timberwolves -7.5
- Total 219
Game Info
- Date: Wednesday, Nov 8
- Time: 8:00 ET
- Location: Target Center, Minneapolis MN
- TV: BSN
Pelicans Betting Trends
- Over their last five games, the Pelicans have an over/under record of 3-2 and are 2-3 vs. the spread.
- Across their last five road contests, New Orleans has been good against the spread posting a mark of 3-2. Their overall mark in these games was 3-2, while averaging 110 points per game.
- In their last three games as the betting underdog, the Pelicans have a strong straight up record of 2-1. In addition, their ATS record was 2-1 in these scenarios.
Timberwolves Betting Trends
- In their last five games, the Timberwolves have an over/under record of 1-4 and are 5-0 vs. the spread.
- In their last five games at home, the Timberwolves have a straight up record of 0-5 while going 1-4 vs. the spread. The team averaged 101 points per game in this stretch.
- Minnesota has done well both straight up and vs the spread when favored to win the game, going 2-1 SU and 2-1 ATS in their last three games.
Is a Road Win Possible for New Orleans?
The Pelicans will face the Timberwolves bringing in an overall record of 4-3 and a 1-2 record over their previous three games. Across their seven games, the Pelicans have recorded a 2-2 record when facing teams from the Western Conference and a 2-1 record in non-conference games.
In their latest game, the Pelicans offense put up 116 points against the Nuggets. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 50% and made 13 threes. On offense, Pelicans has been struggling with their efficiency, coming into today’s game with a field goal percentgage of 45%. So far, they are 8th in free-throws made on a free throw shooting percentage of 73%.
At present, the Pelicans’ defense is ranked 18th, allowing 114.3 points per game.
Can Minnesota Keep Rolling?
Facing the Pelicans today, the Timberwolves look to maintain their record above .500, which currently stands at 4-2. In their six games, the Timberwolves have achieved a 2-0 record in games against Western Conference teams, and they have a 2-2 record in non-conference play.
The Timberwolves offense is coming off a game where they scored 114 points against the Celtics. They posted a field goal percentage of 51.8% and connected on 13 threes. Leading the team in scoring is Anthony Edwards, who is averaging 28.2 heading into today’s matchup. Additionally, Karl-Anthony Towns also maintains a PPG average of 16.7 heading into game.
Minnesota’s defense has been playing well, ranking 1st in the NBA with 101.2 points allowed per game.
Timberwolves vs. Pelicans Player Prop
A player prop we are looking at is Zion Williamson and his points prop of 23.5. Currently, the over for this prop is sitting at a payout of -120 while the under is at -110. Based on our projections, Zion Williamson is expected to go 9/14 from the field, resulting in 24 points. We recommend taking the over on his prop bet, which offers a payout of -120.
The Prop: Zion Williamson Over 23.5 Points (-120)
Timberwolves vs. Pelicans Picks
For a pick on the point-spread in this Timberwolves vs. Pelicans matchup, our bet is to grab the Pelicans at +7.5. Even though our projections have the Timberwolves winning 112-110, we see the Pelicans as the play on the point-spread.
As for the over/under, the line is currently at 219, and our model projects the Pelicans and Timberwolves to reach a combined total of 222 points. Our bet is on taking the over.
The Pick: Pelicans +7.5 | -110 at Fanduel Sportsbook