Timberwolves vs Trail Blazers Prediction, odds and Picks
We have NBA expert picks for the Minnesota Timberwolves vs Portland Trail Blazers, who met earlier this week.
Minnesota had the advantage in that contest, which forced the sportsbook to open it as the strong betting favorite.
It will be an intriguing Northwest rivalry game between teams at their ends of the ladder.
Timberwolves vs Trail Blazers Game Information
- Game: Timberwolves (38-16) vs Trail Blazers (15-38)
- Start time: 10 p.m. ET
- Day Game: Feb. 15, 1
- Location: Moda Center, Portland, Ore.
- Timberwolves vs Trail Blazers Live Stream: NBA Game Pass
After posting a 121-109 win over the Blazers, the BetUSsportsbook opened the Timberwolves as a 9-point favorite on Thursday. They have a proven winning record, but Portland has lost some close games recently, so it’s not too bad. Moda Center hosts the Northwest Division rivals on Thursday, where the total is 214, which is on the lower side.
Timberwolves vs Trail Blazers Odds and Spreads
Timberwolves vs Trail Blazers Betting Trends
- The Timberwolves are 20-19-2 ATS as the betting favorite.
- The Timberwolves are 15-15 ATS on the road.
- The over is 17-13 when the Timberwolves play on the road.
- The under is 11-5-1 when the Timberwolves have the rest advantage.
- The Blazers are 24-24 ATS as an underdog.
- The Blazers are 10-21 ATS with one day off.
- The over is 19-18 following a Portland loss.
- The under is 12-8 when the Blazers are home underdogs.
Timberwolves vs Trail Blazers Over/Under Pick: Under 214
Our NBA basketball picks have the under 214 tipped to cash.
They scored 230 points when they last met, but less points are expected in the rematch, mostly because the Blazers have some injury concerns.
Betting trends favor the under, so we’re including it in our NBA picks.
Timberwolves vs Trail Blazers ATS Pick: Timberwolves -9
Sport betting lines aren’t giving the Trail Blazers much respect at home, but given the way they’re playing, we’re not surprised.
The Wolves have been playing well after three consecutive wins against the Bucks, Clippers and Blazers. Beating the Bucks and Clippers isn’t easy, and they won by 24 and 21 points, respectively.
They’re rolling, and we’re happy to follow them despite the big line. We would have been prepared to take the visitors at -12, so jump on the line while it’s available.
Timberwolves vs Trail Blazers Player Prop Pick: Rudy Gobert Over 12½ Rebounds
Rudy Gobert is a rebounding machine. He averages 12.5 boards per game, and we expect Portland to miss a lot of shots.
That’s the contributing factor to include this in our NBA prop bets, and he averages nine defensive boards per game.
The French national could have a field day and boost his average. He recorded 15 rebounds in the previous meeting and added 16 points, so he’s ready to have another big game.
Timberwolves vs Trail Blazers Prediction
Questions Of The Day
Will Rudy Gobert or Deandre Ayton have more rebounds?
Our money is on the Timberwolves’ Rudy Gobert to have the most rebounds after grabbing 15 in their previous meeting against Portland.
Can the Timberwolves cover a big spread on Thursday?
The Timberwolves won their most recent meeting against Portland by 12 points, so they have every chance of covering a smaller number.
The odds and predictions in the article are based on the time of writing and publication. They may differ as to when the actual event takes place.
