Cleveland Cavaliers at Minnesota Timberwolves Pick For 1/18/2025

• Date: January 18, 2025
• Venue: Target Center

Betting Odds

Cleveland Cavaliers vs Minnesota Timberwolves Win Probabilities

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Cleveland Cavaliers vs Minnesota Timberwolves Betting Preview

On Saturday night, January 6, 2023, the Cleveland Cavaliers (34-6) will face off against the Minnesota Timberwolves (22-19) at Target Center, with tip-off scheduled for 9:00 PM ET. This matchup presents an intriguing dynamic, as the Timberwolves are coming off a back-to-back after their recent victory over the New York Knicks, while the Cavaliers look to bounce back from a tough loss to the Oklahoma City Thunder.

Cleveland enters this game as a significant favorite, with a spread of Cavaliers -7.5. The Cavaliers have been on a roll, winning 34 of their last 40 games, showcasing their prowess on both ends of the floor. Their implied win probability stands at a solid 71%, reflecting their strong form and the challenges the Timberwolves face with limited rest.

Conversely, Minnesota has shown flashes of competitiveness with 22 wins in their last 40 games, but the fatigue factor from their back-to-back could weigh heavily on their performance. The Timberwolves have an implied win probability of just 29%, a testament to the uphill battle they face against a well-rested and efficient Cavaliers squad.

For those looking to engage in player prop betting, Jaden McDaniels's rebounds are generating buzz, particularly as the prop total has shifted from Under 5.5 Rebounds to Under 4.5, indicating sharp bettors are leaning towards the lower total. This game promises to be an exciting clash, with the Cavaliers aiming to solidify their status as one of the league's elite while the Timberwolves fight to capitalize on their home court advantage.

Cleveland Cavaliers vs Minnesota Timberwolves Prediction

Final Score: Cleveland Cavaliers 117.07 vs Minnesota Timberwolves 110.31

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