Timberwolves vs Heat Prediction and NBA Tips - 7 January 2026
Last updated: Jan 7, 2026, 1:05AM | Published: Jan 6, 2026, 3:00PM
The Minnesota Timberwolves will take on the Miami Heat in NBA action at Target Center on Wednesday, starting at 12:00pm AEDT.
Led by the likes of Anthony Edwards, Julius Randle and Jaden McDaniels, the Timberwolves are looking to overcome a Heat side that includes Norman Powell, Andrew Wiggins and Bam Adebayo.
This article features Stats Insider's top betting tips for the Timberwolves vs Heat game, as well as the latest betting odds.
Who Will Win?
Based on advanced machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Wednesday's Minnesota vs Miami NBA game 10,000 times.
Our leading predictive analytics model currently gives the Timberwolves a 69% chance of winning against the Heat at Target Center.
Timberwolves vs Heat: Odds
The current betting odds in Australia for Wednesday's NBA game at Target Center are listed here:
- Head to Head: Timberwolves $1.48, Heat $2.75
- Line: Timberwolves -5.5 ($1.91), Heat +5.5 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 238 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 $1.48 and the Heat at $2.75.
The Timberwolves are listed as 5.5-point favourites against the Heat, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the underdog Heat (+5.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 238 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's model, the bookies have got it right and both the Timberwolves and the Heat have a 50% chance of covering the line.
The 238-point over/under is expected to stay under 53% of the time.
Timberwolves vs Heat: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Minnesota at $1.48 with Bet365
- Line: Timberwolves -5.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Under 238 at $1.91 with Bet365
Stats Insider's Timberwolves vs Heat best bets are based on complex simulations and wagering intelligence to help you place smarter bets with your chosen online bookie.
Timberwolves vs Heat: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Timberwolves vs Heat at Target Center on Wednesday is the Timberwolves winning 121-115.
This prediction is based on each team's average score from 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Minnesota vs Miami game on Wednesday, including data-driven predictions and expert tips.
For more detailed information on this matchup, check out Dimers' Timberwolves vs Heat prediction, put together by experts in the US.
Our model updates frequently, so refresh this article for the latest betting predictions before the Minnesota vs Miami game.
As always, see Stats Insider's Best Bets for the best tips for every NBA game, plus predictions for a wide range of other sports.
Timberwolves vs Heat: Essential Details
The NBA match-up between the Timberwolves and Heat at Target Center is scheduled to tip off at 12:00pm AEDT on Wednesday.
- Teams: Minnesota Timberwolves vs Miami Heat
- Date: Wednesday 7 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 Miami predictions have been made thanks to 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of experienced data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge 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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