Timberwolves vs Bulls Prediction and NBA Tips - 23 January 2026
Last updated: Jan 23, 2026, 1:10AM | Published: Jan 22, 2026, 3:00PM
The Minnesota Timberwolves will face the Chicago Bulls in NBA action at Target Center on Friday, commencing at 12:00pm AEDT.
Led by the likes of Anthony Edwards, Julius Randle and Jaden McDaniels, the Timberwolves are up against a Bulls line-up that includes Coby White, Nikola Vucevic and Matas Buzelis.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Timberwolves vs Bulls game, as well as the latest betting odds.
Who Will Win?
Utilising trusted computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Friday's Minnesota vs Chicago NBA game 10,000 times.
Our leading predictive analytics model currently gives the Timberwolves a 76% chance of defeating the Bulls at Target Center.
Timberwolves vs Bulls: Odds
The current betting odds in Australia for Friday's NBA game at Target Center are listed here:
- Head to Head: Timberwolves $1.27, Bulls $3.90
- Line: Timberwolves -9.5 ($1.91), Bulls +9.5 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 239.5 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 Timberwolves at $1.27 and the Bulls at $3.90.
The Timberwolves are 9.5-point favourites against the Bulls, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the underdog Bulls (+9.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 239.5 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Bulls (+9.5) are predicted to cover the line 55% of the time, while the 239.5-point over/under is expected to stay under 54% of the time.
Timberwolves vs Bulls: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Chicago at $3.90 with Bet365
- Line: Bulls +9.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Under 239.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
Our Timberwolves vs Bulls predictions are based on detailed modelling and wagering expertise to provide you with the best possible advice every time.
While the Timberwolves have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Bulls to win is our preferred option because of the edge identified when comparing our data-driven probabilities to the odds currently on offer.
Making use of the edges published on Stats Insider is one of the keys to achieving long-term profitability.
Timberwolves vs Bulls: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Timberwolves vs Bulls at Target Center this Friday is the Timberwolves prevailing 122-114.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full betting coverage of the Minnesota vs Chicago game on Friday, including data-driven predictions and expert tips.
For more detailed information on this matchup, check out Dimers' Timberwolves vs Bulls prediction, put together by experts in the US.
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Timberwolves vs Bulls: Essential Details
The NBA game between the Timberwolves and Bulls at Target Center is scheduled to begin at 12:00pm AEDT on Friday.
- Teams: Minnesota Timberwolves vs Chicago Bulls
- Date: Friday 23 January 2026
- Time: 12:00pm AEDT
- Venue: Target Center
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise stated.
Conclusion
Our Minnesota vs Chicago predictions have been made based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of skilled data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge 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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