Wizards vs Timberwolves Prediction and NBA Tips - 5 January 2026
Last updated: Jan 4, 2026, 11:09PM | Published: Jan 4, 2026, 1:01PM
The Washington Wizards will sqaure off with the favoured Minnesota Timberwolves in NBA action at Capital One Arena on Monday, commencing at 10:00am AEDT.
With star players CJ McCollum, Alex Sarr and Tre Johnson, the Wizards are looking to overcome a Timberwolves line-up that includes Anthony Edwards, Julius Randle and Jaden McDaniels.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Wizards vs Timberwolves game, as well as the latest betting odds.
Who Will Win?
Utilising advanced machine learning and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Monday's Washington vs Minnesota NBA match-up 10,000 times.
Our independent predictive analytics model gives the Timberwolves a 79% chance of winning against the Wizards at Capital One Arena.
Wizards vs Timberwolves: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Monday's NBA game at Capital One Arena are shown here:
- Head to Head: Wizards $4.25, Timberwolves $1.24
- Line: Wizards +11 ($1.87), Timberwolves -11 ($1.95)
- Total (Over/Under 240 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 Wizards at $4.25 and the Timberwolves at $1.24.
The Wizards are 11-point underdogs against the Timberwolves, with odds of $1.87 available at Bet365.
For the favourite Timberwolves (-11) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.95.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 240 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Wizards (+11) are predicted to cover the line 54% of the time, while the 240-point over/under is expected to stay under 54% of the time.
Wizards vs Timberwolves: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Minnesota at $1.24 with Bet365
- Line: Wizards +11 at $1.87 with Bet365
- Total Points: Under 240 at $1.91 with Bet365
Stats Insider's Wizards vs Timberwolves predictions are based on world-class modelling and wagering experience to help you place better bets with your chosen online bookie.
Wizards vs Timberwolves: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Wizards vs Timberwolves at Capital One Arena this Monday is the Timberwolves winning 123-114.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full betting coverage of the Washington vs Minnesota game on Monday, including data-driven predictions and live updatestips.
For more detailed information on this matchup, check out Dimers' Wizards vs Timberwolves prediction, put together by experts in the US.
Our model updates frequently, so keep checking this article for the latest betting analysis before the Washington vs Minnesota 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.
Wizards vs Timberwolves: Essential Details
The NBA game between the Wizards and Timberwolves at Capital One Arena is scheduled to begin at 10:00am AEDT on Monday.
- Teams: Washington Wizards vs Minnesota Timberwolves
- Date: Monday 5 January 2026
- Time: 10:00am AEDT
- Venue: Capital One Arena
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise stated.
Conclusion
Our Washington vs Minnesota predictions have been made after running 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all 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, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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