Denver Nuggets vs Minnesota Timberwolves Betting Pick, Prediction & Preview

• Date: May 10, 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

In a highly-anticipated matchup, the Denver Nuggets (61-28) will face off against the Minnesota Timberwolves (62-26) on Friday night at 9:30 PM ET. This game is the third game of their best-of-seven playoff series in the second round, with the Timberwolves entering this contest up 2-0 over the defending champions.

The game will take place at the Target Center, the home arena of the Minnesota Timberwolves. The Timberwolves, being the favored team at home, will look to capitalize on their home court advantage after winning the first two games of this series in Denver.

The Nuggets and the Timberwolves both had four days off prior to this game, providing them with ample time for rest and preparation. This could potentially benefit the Nuggets, giving their players extra recovery time and increasing their chances of success.

Based on the current odds, the Timberwolves enter the game as the favorites with a spread of -4.5. The Moneyline for the Timberwolves stands at -190, indicating a 63% implied win probability. On the other hand, the Nuggets have a Moneyline of +165, suggesting a 37% implied win probability.

The Timberwolves come into this game riding a six-game winning streak, showcasing their strong form and momentum. Meanwhile, the Nuggets have performed well recently, winning 35 of their last 50 games.

In their previous encounter, the Timberwolves emerged victorious over the Nuggets with a convincing 106-80 scoreline. This result was considered an upset, as the Timberwolves entered the game as 7.0 underdogs with only a 28% chance of winning.

For those interested in player prop betting, keep an eye on Anthony Edwards and his Points and Rebounds. This market has been the most popular among bettors so far, with sharp bettors leaning towards the Over. Initially set at Over 32.5 Points and Rebounds (-120), the prop total has since moved to 33.5 (-120).

As the Denver Nuggets and Minnesota Timberwolves take the court on Friday night, fans and bettors alike will be eagerly anticipating this divisional clash. With the Timberwolves' hot streak and the Nuggets' desire for redemption, this game promises to be an exciting showdown with potential implications for both teams' playoff hopes.

Denver Nuggets vs Minnesota Timberwolves Prediction

Final Score: Denver Nuggets 103.43 vs Minnesota Timberwolves 108.18

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