Thunder vs. Timberwolves Player Props, Odds & Predictions – Tuesday, Dec 26

Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves center Naz Reid (11) celebrates with forward Kyle Anderson (1) during the first half against the Denver Nuggets at Target Center.
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If you’re on the hunt for predictions regarding Thunder vs. Timberwolves, look no further. The Timberwolves are hitting the road to challenge the Thunder on Tuesday, Dec 26 at 8:00 ET. Currently, the total is 228, with the Thunder being favored by 2. Keep reading to get our Thunder vs. Timberwolves player props and predictions.

Thunder vs. Timberwolves Odds

  • Spread: Thunder -2
  • Total 228

Game Info

  • Date: Tuesday, Dec 26
  • Time: 8:00 ET
  • Location: Paycom Center, Oklahoma City OK
  • TV: BSO

Timberwolves Betting Trends

  • Over their last five games, the Timberwolves have an over/under record of 3-2 and are 3-2 vs. the spread.
  • When looking at their past ten road matchups, Minnesota has an ATS record of 6-4 while averaging 116 per game. The team went 7-3 overall in these games.
  • Going back to their previous three games as the underdog, Minnesota has an ATS mark of 1-2 while going 1-2 straight up.

Thunder Betting Trends

  • In their last five games, the Thunder have an over/under record of 4-1 and are 3-2 vs. the spread.
  • Through their last ten home games, Oklahoma City has an ATS record of just 7-3. However, their overall record was 6-4 while averaging 117 points per game.
  • As the betting favorite, the Thunder have an ATS mark of just 7-3 in their last ten games. Oklahoma City posted a straight up mark of 8-2 in these matchups.

Do the Timberwolves Have a Shot at a Road Win?

With a record of 22-6, the Timberwolves enter today’s matchup against the Thunder looking to build on their above .500 record. Currently, they hold the top spot in both the Western Conference and the Northwest division.

The Timberwolves offense is coming off a game in which they scored 110 points vs. the Kings. Overall their field goal percentage was 50.6% while connecting on 10 threes. For the season, the Timberwolves offense has been one of the more efficient shooting teams in the NBA with a field goal percentage of 48%. So far, they have hit 54% of their looks from inside the arc, and are averaging 11.9 made three’s per contest.

The Timberwolves’ defense is presently ranked 1 in the league, allowing an average of 106.6 points per contest.

For the season, Minnesota is ranked 18th in fewest fouls per game. Team’s are averaging 21.2 free-throws per game vs. the Timberwolves and have an overall field goal percentage of 44.3%.

Can Oklahoma City Grab a Win at Home?

Heading into their game against the Timberwolves, the Thunder have an overall record of 18-9 and are 2-1 in their last three games. In their 27 games this season, the Thunder are 12-8 against Western Conference teams and 6-1 in non-conference games.

In their latest game, the Thunder offense put up 120 points against the Lakers. They recorded an overall field goal percentage of 48.4% and made 13 threes. Currently leading the team in scoring is Shai Gilgeous-Alexander who comes into today’s matchup averaging 30.8. Chet Holmgren also heads into the game with a PPG average of 17.2.

In terms of defense, Thunder is currently on par with the NBA average for points allowed, giving up an average of 113.6 points per game.

The Oklahoma City defense has allowed opponents to shoot 36.4% from beyond the arc this season. Opposing teams are also hitting 44.4% of their field goal attempts vs. Oklahoma City.

Thunder vs. Timberwolves Player Prop

A player prop we are looking at is Karl-Anthony Towns and his points prop of 21.5. Currently, the over for this prop is sitting at a payout of -125 while the under is at -105. Our model predicts that Karl-Anthony Towns will finish with 21 points, 9 rebounds, and 3. As for his points prop, we favor the under at 21.5.

  • The Prop: Karl-Anthony Towns Under 21.5 Points (-105)

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Thunder vs. Timberwolves Predictions

For today’s matchup we are recommending to take the Thunder to secure the win, with an expected final score of 121-113. When it comes to the spread, we believe they’ll cover at -2.

As for the over/under, the line is currently at 228, and our model projects the Timberwolves and Thunder to reach a combined total of 234 points. Our bet is on taking the over.

The Pick: Thunder -2