Raptors vs Timberwolves Prediction and NBA Tips - 26 October 2023
Last updated: Oct 25, 2023, 11:32PM | Published: Oct 23, 2023, 6:47PM
The Toronto Raptors square off with the Minnesota Timberwolves in what is expected to be a close NBA game at Scotiabank Arena on Thursday, starting at 10:30am AEDT.
Led by star players Pascal Siakam, Jakob Poeltl and Gary Trent, the Raptors are up against a Timberwolves side that includes Anthony Edwards, Karl-Anthony Towns and Naz Reid.
Stats Insider's top betting tips for Raptors vs Timberwolves, plus the latest betting odds and player props, are detailed below.
Who Will Win: Raptors vs Timberwolves
Based on advanced machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated Thursday's Toronto-Minnesota NBA match-up 10,000 times.
Our independent predictive analytics model currently gives the Raptors a 52% chance of defeating the Timberwolves at Scotiabank Arena.
More: Raptors vs Timberwolves Simulated 10K Times
Raptors vs Timberwolves: Odds
The current betting odds in Australia for Thursday's NBA game at Scotiabank Arena are listed here:
- Head to Head: Raptors $1.91, Timberwolves $1.95
- Line: Raptors +1 ($1.87), Timberwolves -1 ($1.95)
- 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, PointsBet currently has the Raptors at $1.91. Meanwhile, bet365 currently has the Timberwolves at $1.95.
The Raptors are 1-point underdogs against the Timberwolves, with odds of $1.87 currently available at PointsBet.
For the favourite Timberwolves (-1) to cover the line, PointsBet currently has odds of $1.95.
The Over/Under for Raptors vs Timberwolves 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 model, the Timberwolves (-1) have a 54% chance of covering the line, while the Over/Under total of 222 points has a 51% chance of staying Under.
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Raptors vs Timberwolves: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Minnesota at $1.95 with bet365 (1.3% edge)
- Line: Timberwolves -1 at $1.95 with PointsBet (54% probability)
- Total Points: Under 222 at $1.91 with PointsBet (51% probability)
Our Raptors vs Timberwolves betting tips are based on world-class modelling and gambling expertise to help you place better bets with your chosen online bookie.
While the Raptors have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Timberwolves to win is our recommended option because of the 1.3% edge found when comparing our data-driven probabilities to the odds currently available.
Making use of the edges seen on Stats Insider is pivotal to achieving long-term success as a punter.
Raptors vs Timberwolves: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Raptors vs Timberwolves at Scotiabank Arena on Thursday has the Raptors winning 110-109.
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 Toronto vs Minnesota on Thursday, including pre-game predictions, computer tips, and live win probabilities.
Raptors vs Timberwolves: Player Props
Player props are an enjoyable way to bet on Raptors vs Timberwolves without necessarily betting on the outcome of the game itself.
Stats Insider uses the best information available to predict key individual stats for each team, such as points, rebounds and assists.
Pascal Siakam is expected to lead the way for the Raptors with 20 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists, while Anthony Edwards is projected to finish with 26 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists for the Timberwolves.
Raptors Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pascal Siakam | 20 | 6 | 4 |
| Jakob Poeltl | 15 | 10 | 4 |
| Gary Trent | 15 | 2 | 1 |
| O.G. Anunoby | 14 | 5 | 1 |
| Scottie Barnes | 14 | 7 | 4 |
Timberwolves Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony Edwards | 26 | 5 | 5 |
| Karl-Anthony Towns | 20 | 8 | 4 |
| Naz Reid | 14 | 6 | 1 |
| Rudy Gobert | 12 | 10 | 1 |
| Mike Conley | 10 | 2 | 6 |
Remember, our model updates regularly, so bookmark this page for the latest betting predictions before the Toronto vs Minnesota match-up at Scotiabank Arena.
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Raptors vs Timberwolves: Preview
The NBA match-up between the Raptors and Timberwolves at Scotiabank Arena is scheduled to begin at 10:30am AEDT on Thursday.
- Teams: Toronto Raptors vs Minnesota Timberwolves
- Date: Thursday 26 October 2023
- Time: 10:30am AEDT
- Venue: Scotiabank Arena
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT) unless otherwise noted.
Our predictions for Toronto vs Minnesota are the result of 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of expert data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are accurate and reliable, giving you the knowledge you need to make informed decisions with confidence.
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