Raptors vs Timberwolves Prediction and NBA Tips - 5 February 2026
Last updated: Feb 4, 2026, 10:05PM | Published: Feb 4, 2026, 2:05PM
The Toronto Raptors will take on the Minnesota Timberwolves in NBA action at Scotiabank Arena on Thursday, starting at 11:30am AEDT.
With the likes of Brandon Ingram, Scottie Barnes and Immanuel Quickley, the Raptors are looking to overcome a Timberwolves side that includes Anthony Edwards, Julius Randle and Jaden McDaniels.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Raptors vs Timberwolves game, as well as the latest betting odds.
Who Will Win?
Utilising trusted computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Thursday's Toronto vs Minnesota NBA game 10,000 times.
Our leading predictive analytics model currently gives the Timberwolves a 53% chance of beating the Raptors at Scotiabank Arena.
Raptors vs Timberwolves: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Thursday's NBA game at Scotiabank Arena are shown here:
- Head to Head: Raptors $2.00, Timberwolves $1.83
- Line: Raptors +1.5 ($1.91), Timberwolves -1.5 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 227 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, the bookmakers currently have the Raptors at $2.00 and the Timberwolves at $1.83.
The Raptors are 1.5-point underdogs against the Timberwolves, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the favourite Timberwolves (-1.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 227 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Raptors (+1.5) are predicted to cover the line 52% of the time, while the 227-point over/under is expected to is considered an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
Raptors vs Timberwolves: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Minnesota at $1.83 with Bet365
- Line: Raptors +1.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Under 227 at $1.91 with Bet365
Stats Insider's Raptors vs Timberwolves best bets are based on world-class modelling and gambling intelligence to help you place better bets with your chosen online bookie.
Raptors vs Timberwolves: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Raptors vs Timberwolves at Scotiabank Arena this Thursday is the Timberwolves winning 113-112.
This prediction is based on each team's average score from 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full betting coverage of the Toronto vs Minnesota game on Thursday, including data-driven predictions and the best betting tips.
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Raptors vs Timberwolves: Essential Details
The NBA game between the Raptors and Timberwolves at Scotiabank Arena is scheduled to begin at 11:30am AEDT on Thursday.
- Teams: Toronto Raptors vs Minnesota Timberwolves
- Date: Thursday 5 February 2026
- Time: 11:30am AEDT
- Venue: Scotiabank Arena
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise noted.
Conclusion
Our Toronto vs Minnesota predictions are based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of skilled 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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