The Minnesota Timberwolves (26-21) and Utah Jazz (10-35) meet Thursday. Tip-off from Delta Center is scheduled for 9 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Timberwolves vs. Jazz odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.
Season series: First meeting; Minnesota swept 4-0 last season
The Timberwolves are on the second half of a back-to-back, coming off a 121-113 win at the Phoenix Suns Wednesday. Minnesota covered as a 1-point underdog, and the Over (224.5) hit. G Anthony Edwards had 33 points for the Timberwolves, who have won 4 straight.
The Jazz lost 114-103 at the Golden State Warriors Tuesday, failing to cover as 10.5-point underdogs with the Under (221.5) cashing. G Collin Sexton had 30 points, tied for his season high, going 12-for-19 on field-goal attempts. Utah has lost 7 straight games and is on a 3-game against-the-spread (ATS) skid.
Minnesota went 3-1 ATS in 4 head-to-head meetings last season, with the Over/Under (O/U) going 0-4.
In their last meeting (March 18), the Timberwolves covered as 4-point favorites in a 114-104 win at Utah as the Under (224.5) hit. Edwards had 32 points, 8 assists and 7 rebounds for Minnesota, while Sexton led the Jazz with a team-high 24 points off the bench.
Timberwolves at Jazz odds
Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 11:45 a.m. ET.
- Moneyline (ML): Timberwolves -285 (bet $285 to win $100) | Jazz +230 (bet $100 to win $230)
- Against the spread: Timberwolves -7.5 (-102) | Jazz +7.5 (-118)
- Over/Under: 224.5 (O: -110 | U: -110)
Timberwolves at Jazz key injuries
Timberwolves
(Not yet submitted — below was for Wednesday’s game)
- G Donte DiVincenzo (toe) out
- C Naz Reid (illness) out
Jazz
- F John Collins (illness) questionable
- G Johnny Juzang (hand) questionable
- C Walker Kessler (shoulder) questionable
For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.
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Timberwolves at Jazz picks and predictions
Prediction
Timberwolves 115, Jazz 114
Moneyline
It’s hard to fade the Timberwolves (-285) since their last 3 games have resulted in wins by 8 or more points. However, -285 is too expensive for a team that is slightly above .500 and on the second half of a back-to-back.
PASS. Bet the spread and/or total instead.
Against the spread
Utah has lost 7 consecutive games straight up, but it is 13-6 ATS in its last 19 as an underdog. While the Jazz failed to cover the closing line by a half-point at Golden State Tuesday, they did cash as 14.5-point underdogs for those who bet them earlier in the day before Warriors G Stephen Curry (knees) was added to the injury report.
The Timberwolves have won 4 in a row, but they’re on a 5-game ATS skid as favorites. They shouldn’t be trusted to cover as road favorites on the second night of a back-to-back.
BET JAZZ +7.5 (-118).
Over/Under
For the Over to hit, Utah will likely need to score 109 or more points. It has scored 110 or more in 6 of its last 8 games, while Minnesota has allowed 113 or more in its last 2 on the road.
BET OVER 224.5 (-110).
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The Minnesota Timberwolves will be facing off against the Utah Jazz in what is sure to be an exciting matchup. Both teams are looking to solidify their playoff positioning, making this game crucial for both sides. Here are the odds, picks, and predictions for the game:
Odds:
– The Utah Jazz are currently listed as the favorites to win the game, with odds of -250.
– The Minnesota Timberwolves are the underdogs in this matchup, with odds of +200.
Picks:
– The Utah Jazz have been one of the top teams in the Western Conference this season, led by their dynamic duo of Donovan Mitchell and Rudy Gobert. With their strong defense and efficient offense, they have the edge in this game.
– The Minnesota Timberwolves have been playing well recently, but they will have a tough time against the Jazz’s defense. Their young core of Anthony Edwards and Karl-Anthony Towns will need to have a big game to have a chance at pulling off the upset.
Predictions:
– The Utah Jazz will come out on top in this game, using their experience and depth to outlast the Timberwolves.
– Final score prediction: Utah Jazz 112, Minnesota Timberwolves 104.
Overall, expect a competitive game between these two teams, but the Jazz should ultimately come out victorious. Good luck to both teams!
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