Thunder vs Timberwolves Prediction and NBA Tips - 21 May 2025
Last updated: May 21, 2025, 12:40AM | Published: May 20, 2025, 2:00PM
The Oklahoma City Thunder will take on the Minnesota Timberwolves in Game 1 of the 2025 NBA Eastern Conference Finals at Paycom Center on Wednesday, beginning at 10:30am AEST.
Led by star players Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jalen Williams and Chet Holmgren, the Thunder are aiming to beat a Timberwolves line-up that includes Anthony Edwards, Julius Randle and Jaden McDaniels.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Thunder vs Timberwolves game, as well as the latest betting odds.
Who Will Win?
Utilising advanced computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Wednesday's Oklahoma City vs Minnesota NBA Playoffs game 10,000 times.
Our proven predictive analytics model currently gives the Thunder a 73% chance of beating the Timberwolves at Paycom Center.
Thunder vs Timberwolves: Game 1 Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Wednesday's NBA game at Paycom Center are listed here:
- Head to Head: Thunder $1.34, Timberwolves $3.35
- Line: Thunder -7 ($1.91), Timberwolves +7 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 219.5 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 Thunder at $1.34 and the Timberwolves at $3.35.
The Thunder are listed as 7-point favourites against the Timberwolves, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the underdog Timberwolves (+7) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 219.5 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's model, the bookmakers have got it right and both the Thunder and the Timberwolves have a 50% chance of covering the line.
The 219.5-point over/under is expected to is also considered an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
Thunder vs Timberwolves: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Oklahoma City at $1.34 with Bet365
- Line: Thunder -7 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Over 219.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
These Thunder vs Timberwolves best bets are based on complex simulations and gambling expertise to give you the best possible advice every time.
Thunder vs Timberwolves: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Thunder vs Timberwolves in Game 1 of the 2025 NBA Eastern Conference Finals this Wednesday is the Thunder winning 113-106.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Oklahoma City vs Minnesota game on Wednesday, including data-driven predictions and live win probabilitiestips.
For more detailed information on this matchup, check out Dimers' Thunder vs Timberwolves prediction, put together by experts in the US.
Our model updates frequently, so bookmark this article for the latest betting predictions before the Oklahoma City vs Minnesota match-up.
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Thunder vs Timberwolves: Essential Details
The NBA match-up between the Thunder and Timberwolves in the NBA Eastern Conference Finals is scheduled to tip off at 10:30am AEST on Wednesday.
- Teams: Oklahoma City Thunder vs Minnesota Timberwolves
- Date: Wednesday 21 May 2025
- Time: 10:30am AEST
- Venue: Paycom Center
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST), unless otherwise stated.
Conclusion
Our Oklahoma City vs Minnesota predictions are based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of experienced data scientists and analysts. We use the latest in predictive analytics technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are accurate and reliable, so that you can make informed decisions with confidence.
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