Pacers vs Timberwolves Prediction and NBA Tips - 8 March 2024
Last updated: Mar 8, 2024, 12:10AM | Published: Mar 7, 2024, 11:31AM
The Indiana Pacers will take on the Minnesota Timberwolves in NBA action at Gainbridge Fieldhouse on Friday, beginning at 11:00am AEDT.
With star players Pascal Siakam, Tyrese Haliburton and Myles Turner, the Pacers are aiming to beat a Timberwolves side that includes Anthony Edwards, Jaden McDaniels and Rudy Gobert.
Stats Insider's top betting tips for the Pacers vs Timberwolves game, as well as the latest betting odds and player props, are featured below.
Who Will Win: Pacers vs Timberwolves
Using trusted computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Friday's Indiana-Minnesota NBA match-up 10,000 times.
Our leading predictive analytics model gives the Pacers a 56% chance of defeating the Timberwolves at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
More: Pacers vs Timberwolves Match Centre
Pacers vs Timberwolves: Odds
The current Betfair betting odds in Australia for Friday's NBA game at Gainbridge Fieldhouse are listed here:
- Head to Head: Pacers $1.91, Timberwolves $2.08
- Line: Pacers -1.5 ($1.95), Timberwolves +1.5 ($1.94)
- Total (Over/Under 228.5 Points): Over $2.04, Under $1.88
Odds via Betfair are correct at time of publishing and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, Betfair currently has the Pacers at $1.91 and the Timberwolves at $2.08.
The Pacers are listed as 1.5-point favourites against the Timberwolves, with odds of $1.95 currently on offer at Betfair.
For the underdog Timberwolves (+1.5) to cover the line, Betfair currently has odds of $1.94.
The Over/Under for total points scored sits at 228.5 with Betfair, which currently has odds for the Over at $2.04 and odds for the Under at $1.88.
According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the Pacers (-1.5) have a 52% chance of covering the line, while the 228.5-point Over/Under has a 52% chance of staying Under.
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Pacers vs Timberwolves: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Indiana at $1.91 with Betfair (56% probability)
- Line: Pacers -1.5 at $1.95 with Betfair (52% probability)
- Total Points: Under 228.5 at $1.88 with Betfair (52% probability)
These Pacers vs Timberwolves best bets are based on complex simulations and wagering intelligence to provide you with the best possible advice around the clock.
Pacers vs Timberwolves: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Pacers vs Timberwolves at Gainbridge Fieldhouse this Friday has the Pacers winning 114-112.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider has full coverage of Indiana vs Minnesota on Friday, including pre-game predictions, expert tips, and live win probabilities.
Pacers vs Timberwolves: Player Props
Player props are an enjoyable way to bet on Pacers vs Timberwolves without necessarily betting on the outcome of the game itself.
Stats Insider uses the best information available to predict how each team's leading players will perform at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
Pascal Siakam is expected to lead the way for the Pacers with 23 points, 6 rebounds and 4 assists, while Anthony Edwards is projected to finish with 29 points, 5 rebounds and 5 assists for the Timberwolves.
Pacers Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pascal Siakam | 23 | 6 | 4 |
| Tyrese Haliburton | 22 | 4 | 13 |
| Myles Turner | 18 | 7 | 2 |
| Aaron Nesmith | 13 | 4 | 2 |
| Jalen Smith | 11 | 5 | 1 |
Timberwolves Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony Edwards | 29 | 5 | 5 |
| Jaden McDaniels | 15 | 3 | 2 |
| Rudy Gobert | 14 | 13 | 2 |
| Naz Reid | 13 | 5 | 2 |
| Mike Conley | 12 | 3 | 6 |
Remember, our model updates regularly, so bookmark this article for the latest betting tips before the Indiana vs Minnesota match-up at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.
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Pacers vs Timberwolves: Preview
The NBA match-up between the Pacers and Timberwolves at Gainbridge Fieldhouse is scheduled to start at 11:00am AEDT on Friday.
- Teams: Indiana Pacers vs Minnesota Timberwolves
- Date: Friday 8 March 2024
- Time: 11:00am AEDT
- Venue: Gainbridge Fieldhouse
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT) unless otherwise noted.
Our Indiana vs Minnesota predictions have been made 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, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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