Minnesota Timberwolves at Orlando Magic Pick For 1/9/2025

• Date: January 9, 2025
• Venue: Kia Center

Betting Odds

Minnesota Timberwolves vs Orlando Magic Win Probabilities

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Minnesota Timberwolves vs Orlando Magic Betting Preview

The Minnesota Timberwolves (19-17) will face off against the Orlando Magic (22-16) on a Thursday night, with tip-off scheduled for 7:00 PM ET at the Kia Center in Orlando. Both teams come into this matchup with recent momentum, but the Magic will benefit from a three-day rest period, which could play a crucial role in their performance.

Despite being on the road, the Timberwolves are favored in this contest with a spread of -5.0. Their Moneyline sits at -200, giving them an implied win probability of 64%. Conversely, the Magic, with a Moneyline of +170, have an implied win probability of 36%. This line reflects the Timberwolves' overall strong play recently, having won 16 of their last 30 games, whereas the Magic have been even more impressive, securing victories in 19 of their last 30 games.

In their most recent outings, the Timberwolves defeated the New Orleans Pelicans 104-97, while the Magic pulled off an upset against the New York Knicks, winning 103-94 as 10.5-point underdogs. This unexpected victory for the Magic, who had just a 19% chance of winning that game, speaks volumes about their potential.

For bettors looking at player props, Anthony Edwards's Points, Rebounds, and Assists could be an enticing market, as it has drawn considerable attention. Additionally, sharp bettors seem to be leaning towards the Under, with the current line set at Under 36.5 Points, Rebounds, and Assists at -120, suggesting a belief that the total may be mispriced. This matchup promises to be an exciting clash with implications for both teams as they continue to jockey for playoff positioning.

Minnesota Timberwolves vs Orlando Magic Prediction

Final Score: Minnesota Timberwolves 104.21 vs Orlando Magic 98.58

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