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Timberwolves vs. Lakers
The Minnesota Timberwolves will travel to the crypto.com Arena to take on the Los Angeles Lakers in the Play-In game for the seventh seed in the Western Conference playoffs (10:00 p.m. ET, TNT). The Timberwolves are looking to continue their momentum after ending their season on a three-game winning streak. In their final game of the season they defeated New Orleans Pelicans 113-108. Look to see if they can beat the Lakers then stun the Memphis Grizzlies in the playoffs. Meanwhile, the Lakers closed out their season on a great note winning four of their last five games. In their final game of the season they defeated the Utah Jazz 128-117. Look for the Lakers to be sneaky contenders in the playoffs this year if they can get over the Timberwolves.
Minnesota Timberwolves Basketball
With a 42-40 record on the season and a 29-23 record in conference play, the Timberwolves finished in eighth place of the Western Conference. Minnesota finished the season in dominant fashion with a 7-3 record in their last ten games. Now, they are in a Play-In game against the Lakers. Unfortunately, the Lakers have home-court advantage against the Timberwolves. Minnesota has been shaky on the road this year with a 20-21 record as the away team.
The Timberwolves have had a bunch of players step up for them this season. Minnesota has been led by Anthony Edwards this season. Edwards is averaging 24.6 points and 4.4 assists a game this season. Big man Rudy Gobert has also been great for the Timberwolves averaging 13.4 points and 11.6 rebounds a game this season. Kyle Anderson has been finding his teammates all season as he leads Minnesota in assists, averaging 4.9 a game this season.
In their win against the Pelicans at home, Karl-Anthony Towns led the way finishing with 30 points and 8 rebounds. Edwards had a monster game finishing with 26 points and 13 rebounds. Mike Conley did his thing with 17 points and 7 assists. In the win, the Timberwolves shot 47.6% from the floor and 36.1% from the three-point line.
Los Angeles Lakers Basketball
With a 43-39 record on the season and a 27-25 record in conference play, the Lakers finished the season in seventh place of the Western Conference. Los Angeles finished the season with a 8-2 record in their last ten games. The Lakers are currently in the playoff play-in game, and have home court advantage. Luckily, for them they have been great at home with a 23-18 record at the crypto.com Arena.
The Lakers have a bunch of talent on their team that have been balling out this year. Los Angeles has been led by LeBron James this season. James has only played 51 games for the Lakers, but in those games he is averaging 28.9 points, 8.3 rebounds, and 6.8 assists. Also, Anthony Davis has had trouble staying on the court this season, but when on the court he is averaging 25.9 points and 12.5 rebounds. Dennis Schroder has stepped up this year for the Lakers playing in 64 games and averaging 12.6 points and 4.5 assists. He leads the team in both points and assists this season.
In their win against the Jazz at home, James led the way finishing with 36 points, 6 rebounds, and 6 assists. Davis also had a great game finishing with 16 points and 13 rebounds. In the win, the Lakers shot 48.5% from the floor and 40.0% from the three-point line.
Timberwolves vs. Lakers Betting Odds
Betting odds courtesy of Caesars
- Spread: Los Angeles Lakers -7.5 (-115).
- Over/Under: 231.5 (-110)
- Moneyline: Minnesota Timberwolves (+278), Los Angeles Lakers (-355)
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Timberwolves vs. Lakers Betting Trends
– Minnesota is 20-20 ATS on the road this season.
– Los Angeles is 21-20 ATS at home this season.
– Minnesota is 29-23 ATS in conference games this season.
– Los Angeles is 25-26-1 ATS in conference games this season.
– The Timberwolves are 20-21 ATS following a win this season.
– The Lakers are 20-21-1 ATS following a win this season.
Timberwolves vs. Lakers Prediction
I love LeBron James to record a double-double in this game. In an elimination game like this you know the Lakers will feed the ball to James. James has stepped up and has had monster games in big games like this throughout his entire career. He is used to the pressure and has the experience. Look for him to have a monster game and be the main reason why the Lakers advance into the playoffs.
Timberwolves vs. Lakers Prop Pick: LeBron James to record a Double Double (-101).
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