Pelicans vs Timberwolves Prediction and NBA Tips - 12 December 2023
Last updated: Dec 12, 2023, 1:10AM | Published: Dec 9, 2023, 7:10PM
The New Orleans Pelicans will take on the Minnesota Timberwolves in NBA action at Smoothie King Center on Tuesday, beginning at 12:00pm AEDT.
Led by star players Brandon Ingram, Zion Williamson and CJ McCollum, the Pelicans are looking to overcome a Timberwolves team that includes Karl-Anthony Towns, Naz Reid and Mike Conley.
Stats Insider's top betting tips for the Pelicans vs Timberwolves game, as well as the latest betting odds and player props, are featured below.
Who Will Win: Pelicans vs Timberwolves
Based on trusted computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Tuesday's New Orleans-Minnesota NBA match-up 10,000 times.
Our proven predictive analytics model currently gives the Pelicans a 67% chance of beating the Timberwolves at Smoothie King Center.
More: Pelicans vs Timberwolves Match Centre
Pelicans vs Timberwolves: Odds
The current betting odds in Australia for Tuesday's NBA game at Smoothie King Center are listed here:
- Head to Head: Pelicans $1.59, Timberwolves $2.50
- Line: Pelicans -4 ($1.91), Timberwolves +4 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 222 Points): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, bet365 currently has the Pelicans at $1.59. Meanwhile, PointsBet currently has the Timberwolves at $2.50.
The Pelicans are listed as 4-point favourites against the Timberwolves, with odds of $1.91 currently on offer at PointsBet.
For the underdog Timberwolves (+4) to cover the line, PointsBet currently has odds of $1.91.
The Over/Under for total points scored is set at 222 with PointsBet, which currently has odds for the Over at $1.91 and odds for the Under at $1.91.
According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the Pelicans (-4) have a 52% chance of covering the line, while the 222-point Over/Under has a 51% chance of going Over.
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Pelicans vs Timberwolves: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: New Orleans at $1.59 with bet365 (67% probability) 🔥
- Line: Pelicans -4 at $1.91 with PointsBet (52% probability)
- Total Points: Over 222 at $1.91 with PointsBet (51% probability)
When you see a 🔥, that means it's one of our best bets of the day across any sport.
Our Pelicans vs Timberwolves betting tips are based on detailed simulations and wagering intelligence to give you the best possible advice around the clock.
Pelicans vs Timberwolves: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Pelicans vs Timberwolves at Smoothie King Center this Tuesday has the Pelicans winning 113-108.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
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Stats Insider has full betting coverage of New Orleans vs Minnesota on Tuesday, including pre-game predictions, expert tips, and live updates.
Pelicans vs Timberwolves: Player Props
Player props are an enjoyable way to bet on Pelicans vs Timberwolves without necessarily betting on the outcome of Tuesday's game itself.
Stats Insider has crunched the numbers to project key individual stats for each team, such as points, rebounds and assists.
Brandon Ingram is expected to lead the Pelicans with 24 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists, while Karl-Anthony Towns is projected to finish with 21 points, 9 rebounds and 5 assists for the Timberwolves.
Pelicans Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Ingram | 24 | 6 | 5 |
| Zion Williamson | 22 | 5 | 4 |
| CJ McCollum | 19 | 4 | 5 |
| Jonas Valanciunas | 16 | 11 | 3 |
| Trey Murphy | 13 | 3 | 1 |
Timberwolves Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Karl-Anthony Towns | 21 | 9 | 5 |
| Naz Reid | 15 | 6 | 2 |
| Mike Conley | 15 | 3 | 5 |
| Rudy Gobert | 14 | 13 | 2 |
| Jaden McDaniels | 10 | 3 | 1 |
Our model updates frequently, so bookmark this page for the latest betting predictions before the New Orleans vs Minnesota game at Smoothie King Center.
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Pelicans vs Timberwolves: Preview
The NBA match-up between the Pelicans and Timberwolves at Smoothie King Center is scheduled to commence at 12:00pm AEDT on Tuesday.
- Teams: New Orleans Pelicans vs Minnesota Timberwolves
- Date: Tuesday 12 December 2023
- Time: 12:00pm AEDT
- Venue: Smoothie King Center
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT) unless otherwise stated.
Our New Orleans vs Minnesota predictions are the result of 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of expert data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are trustworthy and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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