The Minnesota Timberwolves(20-18) and Washington Wizards (6-31) meet Monday at Capital One Arena. Tip-off is set for 7 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze BetMGM Sportsbook’s NBA odds around the Timberwolves vs. Wizardsodds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions for the best bets.
Season series: First meeting; Minnesota won 2-0 last season
The Timberwolves saw their 3-game win streak snapped Saturday, losing 127-125 to the Memphis Grizzlies on G Ja Morant‘s jumper with 18 seconds left. Minnesota failed to cover as 1.5-point home favorites as the Over 232.5 hit. All 5 starters scored double figures, led by G Donte DiVincenzo’s 27 points, 10 rebounds, 7 assists, and 2 steals.
The Wizards’ losing streak hit 6 games Sunday in a 136-95 blowout loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder. Washington failed to cover as 15.5-point home underdogs as the Over 230.5 hit. Sloppy play, highlighted by 18 turnovers, sealed their fate. F Cory Kispert provided a bright spot with 17 points off the bench, but G Jordan Poole, who averages 21.8 points per game (PPG), was limited to just 13.
Timberwolves at Wizards odds
Provided by BetMGM Sportsbook; access USA TODAY Sports Scores and Sports Betting Odds hub for a full list. Lines last updated at 6:13 a.m. ET.
- Moneyline (ML): Timberwolves -1000 (bet $1,000 to win $100) | Wizards +625 (bet $100 to win $625)
- Against the spread (ATS): Timberwolves -13.5 (-110) | Wizards +13.5 (-110)
- Over/Under (O/U): 224.5 (O: -105 | U: -115)
Timberwolves at Wizards key injuries
Timberwolves
- G Terrence Shannon (ankle) out
Wizards
- G Malcolm Brogdon (foot) out
For most recent updates: Official NBA injury report.
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Timberwolves at Wizards picks and predictions
Prediction
Timberwolves 122, Wizards 100
Moneyline
PASS.
The Timberwolves (-1000) will take care of business in Washington on Monday night. I believe they cover the spread, which is why I’m taking my bet there.
Against the spread
BET MINNESOTA -13.5 (-110).
The talent gap in this matchup is undeniable. The Timberwolves, a Western Conference finals team last season, haven’t found their groove yet, but remain far superior to the struggling Wizards. In their last meeting on April 9, 2024, G Anthony Edwards erupted for 51 points.
Minnesota has covered 2 of its last 3 games, while Washington has failed to cover in 5 of its last 6 contests. The Wizards are the league’s worst defensive team, giving up 122.3 PPG, compared to the Timberwolves’ 107.7 PPG, the fourth-best mark in the NBA.
Adding to Washington’s woes, they’re on the second night of a back-to-back after a blowout loss Sunday. With fresh legs and a clear advantage on both ends, Minnesota looks like a strong pick.
Over/Under
BET UNDER 224.5 (-115).
The Under has hit in 2 of the last 3 matchups between these teams, and trends suggest another low-scoring game. Minnesota’s elite defense has helped them stay Under in 3 of their last 4 outings. Washington, struggling offensively, has gone Under in 2 of their last 3 games and failed to score 105 points in 4 of their last 5 outings, including twice scoring under 100 points. The Under looks promising here.
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