Los Angeles Clippers vs Minnesota Timberwolves Prediction & Picks 1/6/2025

• Date: January 6, 2025
• Venue: Target Center

Betting Odds

LA Clippers vs Minnesota Timberwolves Win Probabilities

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LA Clippers vs Minnesota Timberwolves Betting Preview

The LA Clippers (20-15) face off against the Minnesota Timberwolves (17-17) in a pivotal Monday Night matchup. Scheduled for 8:00 PM ET at the Target Center, this game marks a significant challenge for the Clippers, who have traveled cross-country for this road contest. This extensive journey could be a disadvantage, especially as they take on a Timberwolves squad that, although struggling, remains a slight favorite at home.

Currently, the betting line favors the Timberwolves by 3.0 points, with a moneyline of -150, suggesting an implied win probability of 57%. Conversely, the Clippers' moneyline sits at +125, giving them an implied win probability of 43%. Despite the odds, the Clippers enter this game on a positive note, having won 18 of their last 30 games, including a recent victory over the Atlanta Hawks, where they dominated with a score of 131-105.

In contrast, the Timberwolves are in a slump, having lost their last three games, including a disappointing 119-105 defeat to the Detroit Pistons. This current form could play a crucial role in the outcome of the game, especially given the Clippers' recent success.

For bettors looking at player prop markets, Rudy Gobert's Points and Rebounds are drawing significant attention. The prop total opened at Under 20.5 Points and Rebounds (-115) but has since moved to 19.5 (-125), indicating sharp bettors are leaning towards the Under. With both teams bringing different momentum into this matchup, it promises to be an intriguing battle on the hardwood.

LA Clippers vs Minnesota Timberwolves Prediction

Final Score: LA Clippers 109.43 vs Minnesota Timberwolves 109.39

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