Denver Nuggets vs Minnesota Timberwolves Betting Pick, Prediction & Preview

• Date: May 16, 2024
• Venue: Target Center

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Denver Nuggets vs Minnesota Timberwolves Win Probabilities

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Denver Nuggets vs Minnesota Timberwolves Betting Preview

The Denver Nuggets (64-28) are set to face off against the Minnesota Timberwolves (62-29) in Game 6 of their second-round playoff series in the Western Conference. Denver holds a 3-2 series lead heading into this contest, with the Wolves looking to even up the series at home to force a Game 7 back in Denver.

The game is scheduled to tip-off at 8:30 PM ET at the Target Center, the home arena of the Minnesota Timberwolves. The Timberwolves, being the home team, are considered slight favorites for this contest.

According to the current spread, the Timberwolves are favored by 2.5 points. The Moneyline odds also favor the Timberwolves at -130, while the Nuggets sit at +110 on the Moneyline. Based on the odds, the Nuggets have an implied win probability of 46%, while the Timberwolves have an implied win probability of 54%.

Both teams have been performing well in recent games. The Nuggets have won 36 out of their last 50 games, showcasing their strong form. The Timberwolves have also been on a positive trajectory, winning 27 out of their last 40 games.

In their previous meeting, the Nuggets emerged victorious with a convincing 112-97 win over the Timberwolves. This result adds an extra layer of anticipation to the rematch, as the Timberwolves will be seeking redemption.

For those interested in player prop markets, the Points and Assists category for Jamal Murray has been garnering significant attention. It has become the most popular betting market for this game.

Sharp bettors have been favoring the Under in this bet, as they believe it offers value and may have been mispriced. The current price for the Under 24.5 Points and Assists by Jamal Murray stands at -105.

As fans and bettors gear up for this exciting matchup, all eyes will be on the Nuggets and Timberwolves as they battle it out on the court. With divisional pride and playoff implications at stake, this game promises to be a thrilling showdown that fans won't want to miss.

Denver Nuggets vs Minnesota Timberwolves Prediction

Final Score: Denver Nuggets 102.51 vs Minnesota Timberwolves 103.18

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