Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Utah Jazz Prediction, Preview, and Odds

Minnesota Timberwolves are coming off a win against the Pacers. They outscored Indiana in the paint 64-36. The Timberwolves will travel to play the Utah Jazz after their three game home stand. Utah is fresh off their wild victory against Golden State. Jordan Clarkson led the way for the Jazz with 22 points on 9-20 shooting and nine assists.

Minnesota Timberwolves are averaging 115.2 points per game and shooting 48. 2% from the floor. They are 2nd in the NBA in 2-point shooting percentage and are scoring 54.4 points in paint per games. Utah Jazz are 6th in NBA with 5.7 points and 1.3 blocks per contest. Minnesota will be without Karl-Anthony Towns. Utah is 6-17 with a poor free throw percentage. The Jazz won the last game against Indiana. It's a game that Karl Anthony Towns is not available.

All five starters for the Utah Jazz scored in double figures. Minnesota Timberwolves are looking to limit the Jazz's offensive rebounds. The Jazz are 3rd in the NBA in scoring and 47.9% from the floor. They are also good at second chance opportunities, grabbing offensive rebound at 27%. Minnesota is looking for a team that can keep the Timberwolves off the offensive glass. The Timberwolves have a league-high 55. 9 points in paint in games without Rudy Gobert.

Minnesota Timberwolves and Utah Jazz are playing each other at Vivint arena. Utah is a top 10 team in 3-pointers attempted and 3/3 percentage. Minnesota has struggled defending the perimeter this year.

Minnesota Timberwolves and Utah Jazz are both in the top 10. Minnesota is one of the fastest teams in NBA. Utah has several open looks from deep and Minnesota gets what they want down low. Both teams are bottom 10 in opponent free throws per game.

Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Utah Jazz is a big game. The Timberwolves are favored by over 233.5. The expert predicts the Timberwolves will win. He studied sports betting and technology management in college. His tips are based on his knowledge of the market and his research.