Timberwolves vs Pelicans Prediction and NBA Tips - 7 February 2026
Last updated: Feb 7, 2026, 1:09AM | Published: Feb 6, 2026, 3:00PM
The Minnesota Timberwolves will take on the New Orleans Pelicans in NBA action at Target Center on Saturday, commencing at 12:00pm AEDT.
With the likes of Anthony Edwards, Julius Randle and Jaden McDaniels, the Timberwolves are up against a Pelicans line-up that includes Trey Murphy, Zion Williamson and Saddiq Bey.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Timberwolves vs Pelicans game, plus the latest betting odds.
Who Will Win?
Utilising trusted machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Saturday's Minnesota vs New Orleans NBA game 10,000 times.
Our independent predictive analytics model currently gives the Timberwolves a 74% chance of beating the Pelicans at Target Center.
Timberwolves vs Pelicans: Odds
The current betting odds in Australia for Saturday's NBA game at Target Center are shown below:
- Head to Head: Timberwolves $1.28, Pelicans $3.80
- Line: Timberwolves -8.5 ($1.91), Pelicans +8.5 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 237 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 $1.28 and the Pelicans at $3.80.
The Timberwolves are listed as 8.5-point favourites against the Pelicans, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the underdog Pelicans (+8.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 237 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the Pelicans (+8.5) are predicted to cover the line 54% of the time, while the 237-point over/under is expected to stay under 54% of the time.
Timberwolves vs Pelicans: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: New Orleans at $3.80 with Bet365
- Line: Pelicans +8.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Under 237 at $1.91 with Bet365
These Timberwolves vs Pelicans betting tips are based on detailed simulations and gambling expertise to provide you with the best possible advice 24/7/365.
While the Timberwolves have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Pelicans to win is our preferred option due to the edge identified when comparing our data-led probabilities to the odds currently available.
Making use of the edges published here at Stats Insider is crucial to being a profitable sports bettor in the long run.
Timberwolves vs Pelicans: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Timberwolves vs Pelicans at Target Center on Saturday is the Timberwolves prevailing 120-113.
This prediction is based on each team's average score from 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Minnesota vs New Orleans game on Saturday, including data-driven predictions and live win probabilitiestips.
For more detailed information on this matchup, check out Dimers' Timberwolves vs Pelicans prediction, put together by experts in the US.
Remember, our model updates regularly, so bookmark this page for the latest betting analysis before the Minnesota vs New Orleans game.
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Timberwolves vs Pelicans: Essential Details
The NBA game between the Timberwolves and Pelicans at Target Center is scheduled to commence at 12:00pm AEDT on Saturday.
- Teams: Minnesota Timberwolves vs New Orleans Pelicans
- Date: Saturday 7 February 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 New Orleans predictions are based on 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 trustworthy and reliable, so that you can make informed decisions with confidence.
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