Timberwolves vs. Thunder Picks & Best Bets 31st Dec 2024: NBA Prediction, Betting Odds, Player Props & Trends
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The Oklahoma City Thunder will face the Minnesota Timberwolves in NBA action on Tuesday at Paycom Center, tipping off at 8:00 p.m. ET.
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams and Isaiah Hartenstein are set to lead the way for the Thunder, while the Timberwolves have Anthony Edwards, Julius Randle and Donte DiVincenzo.
We run 10,000 simulations of Tuesday's NBA matchup using cutting-edge AI technology to highlight the best Timberwolves vs. Thunder bets, player props and predictions.
Based on these simulations, we predict that the Thunder will likely beat the Timberwolves with a projected final score of 111-105.
To get the maximum value from these predictions, we continually monitor the best odds for each market. This ensures that the sportsbooks listed below are currently offering the biggest payouts for the plays identified.
Our Timberwolves vs. Thunder Betting Picks & Predictions
Today's Timberwolves vs. Thunder picks combine the power of AI, data and analytics to produce NBA predictions that are free from the emotional biases typical of human-made picks.
Timberwolves vs. Thunder Game Information
- Game Date: Tuesday, December 31st, 2024
- Game Time: 8:00 p.m. ET
- Location: Paycom Center
- Spread: Timberwolves +6.5 / Thunder -6.5
- Moneyline: Timberwolves +220 / Thunder -260
- Scoring Total: Over/Under 217 Points (-108/-110)
Timberwolves +6.5 @ -102 via DraftKings Sportsbook
- According to our simulations, both the Timberwolves and Thunder have a 50% chance of covering the spread in this matchup.
- We prefer the Timberwolves +6.5 based on DraftKings Sportsbook's more favorable odds of -102.
Total Points Over 217 @ -108 via DraftKings Sportsbook
- The over/under for total points scored is set at 217 at DraftKings Sportsbook, which offers the best odds for the over at -108.
- Our analysis suggests a 51% likelihood that the total will go over 217 points.
Timberwolves vs. Thunder Moneyline Odds
The sportsbooks have released the moneyline odds for this matchup, with the Minnesota Timberwolves at +220 via BetMGM, whilst the Oklahoma City Thunder are available at -260 with FanDuel Sportsbook.
According to the model, the Thunder are favored to win this game, with our projections giving them a 72% chance of victory.
Additionally, the Thunder present the best betting value, with the odds of -260 available at FanDuel Sportsbook making it our recommended moneyline bet.
Our Player Prop Picks for Timberwolves vs. Thunder
Here are the projected points, rebounds, assists and 3-pointers made by each team's leading players. We use these projections alongside odds and lines from sportsbooks to generate NBA player props for Tuesday's Timberwolves vs. Thunder game.
Minnesota Timberwolves Prediction
Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM |
---|---|---|---|---|
Anthony Edwards | 23 | 6 | 5 | 3 |
Julius Randle | 20 | 9 | 4 | 2 |
Donte DiVincenzo | 12 | 4 | 4 | 3 |
Naz Reid | 11 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
Rudy Gobert | 11 | 10 | 2 | 0 |
Julius Randle Over 7.5 Rebounds (+114)
Pick | Operator | New Users | Odds |
---|---|---|---|
Julius Randle Over 7.5 Rebounds | FanDuel Sportsbook | Get Offer | +114 |
- Our top prop bet for the Timberwolves is on Julius Randle to record over 7.5 rebounds.
- Our analysis projects him to put up 9 rebounds, giving us an edge of 9.2% on the +114 odds offered by FanDuel.
Oklahoma City Thunder Prediction
Player | PTS | REB | AST | 3PM |
---|---|---|---|---|
Shai Gilgeous-Alexander | 27 | 6 | 5 | 2 |
Jalen Williams | 18 | 6 | 4 | 2 |
Isaiah Hartenstein | 12 | 9 | 5 | 0 |
Luguentz Dort | 9 | 4 | 1 | 2 |
Ajay Mitchell | 9 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
Isaiah Hartenstein Over 3.5 Assists (+114)
Pick | Operator | New Users | Odds |
---|---|---|---|
Isaiah Hartenstein Over 3.5 Assists | DraftKings Sportsbook | Get Offer | +114 |
- Our best prop bet for the Thunder is on Isaiah Hartenstein to record over 3.5 assists.
- Our analysis projects him to put up 5 assists, giving us an edge of 13.2% on the +114 odds offered by DraftKings.
These NBA player props today are based purely on advanced modeling techniques that factor in variables including but not limited to past form and opponent trends, meaning you can trust that there is no bias that comes into play.
Timberwolves vs. Thunder Betting Trends
In addition to our NBA prop picks, we have compiled the best Timberwolves vs. Thunder trends to enhance your research and betting strategy for this game.
Jaden McDaniels Over 0.5 Total Steals
Jaden McDaniels has recorded at least one steal in 10 of his last 12 games (83% of the time). You can put money on him to do it again at odds of -180 (64% implied probability), available at DraftKings.
Jaden McDaniels Over 4.5 Total Rebounds
Jaden McDaniels has had more than 4.5 rebounds in 8 of his last 12 appearances (67%). You can make a bet that he'll record over 4.5 rebounds again at odds of +124 (45%), available at FanDuel.
Kenrich Williams Over 5.5 Points Scored
Kenrich Williams has scored more than 5.5 points in 7 of his last 10 games (70%). You can wager on him to record over 5.5 points again at odds of -106 (51%), again available at FanDuel.
Conclusion
At BettingOdds.com, we're backing Isaiah Hartenstein of the Thunder to record over 3.5 assists, with a projection of 5 assists marking this as our top prop bet of the game. Additionally, we're betting on the Timberwolves +6.5 to cover.
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