Timberwolves vs Pelicans Prediction and NBA Tips - 9 November 2023
Last updated: Nov 9, 2023, 1:03AM | Published: Nov 7, 2023, 7:06PM
The Minnesota Timberwolves play the New Orleans Pelicans in NBA action at Target Center on Thursday, commencing at 12:00pm AEDT.
With the likes of Anthony Edwards, Karl-Anthony Towns and Naz Reid, the Timberwolves are looking to overcome a Pelicans team that includes Brandon Ingram, Jonas Valanciunas and Jordan Hawkins.
Stats Insider's free betting tips for Timberwolves vs Pelicans, plus the latest betting odds and player props, are featured in this article.
Who Will Win: Timberwolves vs Pelicans
Using state-of-the-art machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated Thursday's Minnesota-New Orleans NBA game 10,000 times.
Our proven predictive analytics model gives the Timberwolves a 77% chance of defeating the Pelicans at Target Center.
More: Timberwolves vs Pelicans Match Centre
Timberwolves vs Pelicans: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Thursday's NBA game at Target Center are shown here:
- Head to Head: Timberwolves $1.22, Pelicans $4.25
- Line: Timberwolves -10 ($1.91), Pelicans +10 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 215.5 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, PointsBet currently has the Timberwolves at $1.22. Meanwhile, bet365 currently has the Pelicans at $4.25.
The Timberwolves are listed as 10-point favourites against the Pelicans, with odds of $1.91 currently available at PointsBet.
For the underdog Pelicans (+10) to cover the line, PointsBet currently has odds of $1.91.
The Over/Under for total points scored is set at 215.5 with bet365, which currently has odds for the Over at $1.91 and odds for the Under at $1.91.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Pelicans (+10) have a 53% chance of covering the line, while the 215.5-point Over/Under has a 53% chance of going Over.
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Timberwolves vs Pelicans: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: New Orleans at $4.25 with bet365 (4.2% edge) 🔥
- Line: Pelicans +10 at $1.91 with PointsBet (53% probability)
- Total Points: Over 215.5 at $1.91 with bet365 (53% probability)
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Today's Timberwolves vs Pelicans best bets are based on world-class modelling and gambling expertise to give you the best possible advice every time.
While the Timberwolves have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Pelicans to win is our recommended option due to the 4.2% edge identified when comparing our data-led probabilities to the odds currently available.
Taking advantage of the edges seen on Stats Insider is pivotal to being a profitable bettor in the long run.
Timberwolves vs Pelicans: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Timberwolves vs Pelicans at Target Center this Thursday has the Timberwolves winning 112-103.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
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Stats Insider has full coverage of Minnesota vs New Orleans on Thursday, including pre-game predictions, expert tips, and live win probabilities.
Timberwolves vs Pelicans: Player Props
Player props are a great way to bet on Timberwolves vs Pelicans without necessarily betting on the outcome of Thursday's game itself.
Stats Insider uses the best information available to project individual points, assists and rebounds for each team.
Anthony Edwards is expected to lead the Timberwolves with 27 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists, while Brandon Ingram is projected to finish with 25 points, 7 rebounds and 4 assists for the Pelicans.
Timberwolves Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony Edwards | 27 | 6 | 5 |
| Karl-Anthony Towns | 20 | 8 | 5 |
| Naz Reid | 16 | 6 | 2 |
| Rudy Gobert | 14 | 11 | 2 |
| Mike Conley | 13 | 3 | 5 |
Pelicans Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brandon Ingram | 25 | 7 | 4 |
| Jonas Valanciunas | 17 | 11 | 3 |
| Jordan Hawkins | 16 | 6 | 2 |
| Matt Ryan | 13 | 3 | 1 |
| Kira Lewis | 9 | 2 | 2 |
Our model updates frequently, so refresh this article for the latest betting predictions before the Minnesota vs New Orleans game at Target Center.
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Timberwolves vs Pelicans: Preview
The NBA game between the Timberwolves and Pelicans at Target Center is scheduled to start at 12:00pm AEDT on Thursday.
- Teams: Minnesota Timberwolves vs New Orleans Pelicans
- Date: Thursday 9 November 2023
- Time: 12:00pm AEDT
- Venue: Target Center
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT) unless otherwise noted.
Our predictions for Minnesota vs New Orleans are 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, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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