Timberwolves vs Lakers Prediction and NBA Tips - 3 December 2024
Last updated: Dec 3, 2024, 1:09AM | Published: Dec 2, 2024, 4:21AM
The Minnesota Timberwolves will face the Los Angeles Lakers in NBA action at Target Center on Tuesday, beginning at 12:00pm AEDT.
Led by the likes of Julius Randle, Anthony Edwards and Naz Reid, the Timberwolves are up against a Lakers team that includes Anthony Davis, LeBron James and D'Angelo Russell.
This article features Stats Insider's top betting tips for the Timberwolves vs Lakers game, along with the latest betting odds and player props.
Who Will Win?
Based on trusted computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Tuesday's Minnesota vs LA Lakers NBA match-up 10,000 times.
Our proven predictive analytics model gives the Timberwolves a 71% chance of defeating the Lakers at Target Center.
Timberwolves vs Lakers: Odds
The latest betting odds in Australia for Tuesday's NBA game at Target Center are listed here:
- Head to Head: Timberwolves $1.36, Lakers $3.30
- Line: Timberwolves -7.5 ($1.95), Lakers +7.5 ($1.87)
- Total (Over/Under 219.5 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 $1.36 and the Lakers at $3.30.
The Timberwolves are 7.5-point favourites against the Lakers, with odds of $1.95 available at Bet365.
For the underdog Lakers (+7.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.87.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 219.5 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Lakers (+7.5) are predicted to cover the line 55% of the time, while the 219.5-point over/under is expected to stay under 51% of the time.
Timberwolves vs Lakers: Best Bets
- Head to Head: LA Lakers at $3.30 with Bet365
- Line: Lakers +7.5 at $1.87 with Bet365
- Total Points: Under 219.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
Today's Timberwolves vs Lakers predictions are based on complex simulations and betting intelligence to help you place better bets with your chosen online bookie.
While the Timberwolves have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Lakers to win is our preferred option because of the edge found when comparing our data-driven probabilities to the odds currently available.
Taking advantage of the edges published here at Stats Insider is one of the keys to being a profitable punter in the long run.
Timberwolves vs Lakers: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Timberwolves vs Lakers at Target Center on Tuesday is the Timberwolves winning 112-106.
This prediction is based on each team's average score from 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Minnesota vs LA Lakers game on Tuesday, including data-driven predictions and live win probabilitiestips.
Timberwolves vs Lakers: Player Props
Betting on Timberwolves vs Lakers player props? Stats Insider has crunched the numbers to predict how each team's leading players will perform at Target Center.
Julius Randle is expected to step up for the Timberwolves with 26 points, 8 rebounds and 6 assists, while Anthony Davis is projected to have 24 points, 11 rebounds and 3 assists for the Lakers.
Timberwolves Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Julius Randle | 26 | 8 | 6 |
| Anthony Edwards | 25 | 5 | 5 |
| Naz Reid | 14 | 5 | 2 |
| Rudy Gobert | 13 | 12 | 3 |
| Mike Conley | 13 | 3 | 6 |
Lakers Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony Davis | 24 | 11 | 3 |
| LeBron James | 22 | 7 | 7 |
| D'Angelo Russell | 15 | 3 | 5 |
| Dalton Knecht | 14 | 4 | 1 |
| Rui Hachimura | 14 | 4 | 1 |
Remember, our model updates frequently, so bookmark this article for the latest betting tips before the Minnesota vs LA Lakers game.
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Timberwolves vs Lakers: Essential Details
The NBA match-up between the Timberwolves and Lakers at Target Center is scheduled to tip off at 12:00pm AEDT on Tuesday.
- Teams: Minnesota Timberwolves vs Los Angeles Lakers
- Date: Tuesday 3 December 2024
- Time: 12:00pm AEDT
- Venue: Target Center
All dates and times mentioned in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), 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 the latest in predictive analytics 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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