Timberwolves vs Lakers Prediction and NBA Tips - 26 April 2025

The Minnesota Timberwolves will sqaure off with the Los Angeles Lakers in the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Target Center on Saturday, starting at 11:30am AEST.

With star players Anthony Edwards, Julius Randle and Jaden McDaniels, the Timberwolves are looking to overcome a Lakers team that includes Luka Doncic, LeBron James and Austin Reaves.

This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Timberwolves vs Lakers game, as well as the latest betting odds.

Who Will Win?

Using trusted computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Saturday's Minnesota vs LA Lakers NBA Playoffs game 10,000 times.

Our proven predictive analytics model currently gives the Timberwolves a 65% chance of winning against the Lakers at Target Center.

Timberwolves vs Lakers: Odds

The current betting odds in Australia for Saturday's NBA game at Target Center are shown below:

• Head to Head: Timberwolves $1.56, Lakers $2.50
• Line: Timberwolves -4 ($1.91), Lakers +4 ($1.91)
• Total (Over/Under 207.5 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, the bookmakers currently have the Timberwolves at $1.56 and the Lakers at $2.50.

The Timberwolves are listed as 4-point favourites against the Lakers, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.

For the underdog Lakers (+4) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.

The over/under for total points scored is set at 207.5 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 Timberwolves (-4) are predicted to cover the line 51% of the time, while the 207.5-point over/under is expected to go over 52% of the time.

Timberwolves vs Lakers: Betting Tips

• Head to Head: Minnesota at $1.56 with Bet365
• Line: Timberwolves -4 at $1.91 with Bet365
• Total Points: Over 207.5 at $1.91 with Bet365

These Timberwolves vs Lakers best bets are based on world-class modelling and wagering intelligence to bring you the best possible advice every time.

Timberwolves vs Lakers: Prediction

Stats Insider's predicted final score for Timberwolves vs Lakers at Target Center on Saturday is the Timberwolves winning 106-102.

This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.

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Timberwolves vs Lakers: Essential Details

The NBA game between the Timberwolves and Lakers in the NBA Playoffs is scheduled to commence at 11:30am AEST on Saturday.

• Teams: Minnesota Timberwolves vs Los Angeles Lakers
• Date: Saturday 26 April 2025
• Time: 11:30am AEST
• Venue: Target Center

All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST), unless otherwise stated.

Conclusion

Our Minnesota vs LA Lakers predictions are the result of 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 accurate and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.

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