Minnesota Seeks Revenge Over Cleveland | Cavaliers vs. Timberwolves | OSB
NBA: Cleveland Cavaliers (43-26) at Minnesota Timberwolves (47-22)
By Sam Batz
When: Friday, March 22nd at 8:00 PM EST
Where: Target Center, Minneapolis, MN
Watch On: Bally Sports
Matchup: Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Minnesota Timberwolves
The NBA season continues with a highly anticipated matchup between two postseason hopefuls, as the Cleveland Cavaliers prepare to take on the Minnesota Timberwolves. The Cavs are 3rd in the East and the Timberwolves are 3rd in the West. Cleveland won their first matchup with Minnesota 113-104 in an overtime thriller, giving the Cavs a chance to sweep. Minnesota swept the Cavaliers last year, making a win for Cleveland that much sweeter. The Timberwolves are a tough customer though, as they aren’t in the running for the Western Conference title by chance. Minnesota is 23-9 (71.9%) at home and 39-13 (75%) as favorites, but with key injuries on both sides this one could go either way.
Below you’ll find all of our picks for the Cavaliers vs. Timberwolves, including stats, scores, and betting advice. We’ll help you navigate the odds and provide helpful betting tips for Friday’s matchup between the Cavaliers and Timberwolves.
Cavaliers vs. Timberwolves Odds
Team | Spread | Total (O/U) | Moneyline |
|---|---|---|---|
Cleveland Cavaliers | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Minnesota Timberwolves | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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Cavaliers vs. Timberwolves Betting Trends
Cleveland Cavaliers
- 34-34-1 ATS
- 17-15-1 ATS on the road
- 31-37-1 O/U record
- 12-21 O/U record on the road
- 32-14 as FAVORITES
- 13-5 as FAVORITES on the road
- 11-12 as UNDERDOGS
- 8-7 as UNDERDOGS on the road
Minnesota Timberwolves
- 35-31-3 ATS
- 15-16-1 ATS at home
- 34-34-1 O/U record
- 13-18-1 O/U record at home
- 8-9 as UNDERDOGS
- 2-1 as UNDERDOGS at home
- 39-13 as FAVORITES
- 21-8 as FAVORITES at home
Cavaliers vs. Timberwolves History
The Cleveland versus Minnesota matchup is a relatively rare pairing in the NBA. Since 1989, the Cavs and Timberwolves have only played 66 regular season games and have never met in the playoffs. This Friday marks the 67th all-time matchup between the Cavaliers and Timberwolves. Cleveland leads the series 40-26 over Minnesota. The Cavs are 19-14 against the T-Wolves on the road, and in their last 10 visits to Minnesota, Cleveland recorded 7 wins. Historically the Cavs have dominated this series but the Timberwolves are a much improved side and could give Cleveland some trouble on Friday.
Cavaliers vs. Timberwolves Game Predictions
The Cleveland Cavaliers took Minnesota down in their first matchup, but now it’s the Timberwolves turn. I’m going with Minnesota to redeem themselves with a win over the Cavs on Friday. Home court advantage will play a big role in this one, as the Timberwolves know how to protect their den. Cleveland is great on the road, posting a 21-12 record (63.6%) away from home, but the Timberwolves will be out for blood after the overtime defeat at the hands of the Cavaliers.
Injuries will also play a significant role, as both Minnesota and Cleveland have several key players on the mend. Cleveland’s Dean Wade, Evan Mobley, Max Strus, and most notably Donovan Mitchell, will all be sidelined on Friday. On the other side, Minnesota’s Rudy Gobert and Karl-Anthony Towns are listed as out, while Naz Reid and Anthony Edwards are questionable. Both Minnesota and Cleveland will be relying on their benches, which plays into the Timberwolves favor.
In summary, here are my picks for the Cavaliers vs. Timberwolves Friday night matchup:
- Moneyline Pick: Minnesota Timberwolves (pending)
- ATS Pick: Minnesota Timberwolves (pending)
- O/U Pick: Under (pending)
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