Timberwolves vs Pelicans Prediction and NBA Tips - 20 March 2025
Mar 19, 2025, 2:00PM
The Minnesota Timberwolves will face the New Orleans Pelicans in NBA action at Target Center on Thursday, beginning at 11:00am AEDT.
With the likes of Anthony Edwards, Julius Randle and Naz Reid, the Timberwolves are aiming to beat a Pelicans team that includes Zion Williamson, CJ McCollum and Jordan Hawkins.
This article features Stats Insider's prediction and tips for the Timberwolves vs Pelicans game, as well as the latest betting odds.
Who Will Win?
Utilising trusted computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Thursday's Minnesota vs New Orleans NBA match-up 10,000 times.
Our proven predictive analytics model currently gives the Timberwolves an 85% chance of beating the Pelicans at Target Center.
Timberwolves vs Pelicans: Odds
The current betting odds in Australia for Thursday's NBA game at Target Center are listed below:
- Head to Head: Timberwolves $1.12, Pelicans $6.75
- Line: Timberwolves -13.5 ($1.91), Pelicans +13.5 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 227.5 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 $1.12 and the Pelicans at $6.75.
The Timberwolves are listed as 13.5-point favourites against the Pelicans, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the underdog Pelicans (+13.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 227.5 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 Pelicans (+13.5) are predicted to cover the line 55% of the time, while the 227.5-point over/under is expected to go over 51% of the time.
Timberwolves vs Pelicans: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: New Orleans at $6.75 with Bet365
- Line: Pelicans +13.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Over 227.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
These Timberwolves vs Pelicans betting tips are based on detailed simulations and wagering experience to give you the best possible advice around the clock.
While the Timberwolves have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Pelicans to win is our recommended option because of the edge found when comparing our data-driven probabilities to the odds currently on offer.
Making use of the edges seen here at Stats Insider is one of the keys 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 is the Timberwolves winning 120-107.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Minnesota vs New Orleans game on Thursday, including data-driven predictions and top betting tips.
For more detailed information on this matchup, check out Dimers' Timberwolves vs Pelicans prediction, put together by experts in the US.
Remember, our model updates regularly, so keep checking this article for the latest betting predictions before the Minnesota vs New Orleans game.
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Timberwolves vs Pelicans: Essential Details
The NBA game between the Timberwolves and Pelicans at Target Center is scheduled to commence at 11:00am AEDT on Thursday.
- Teams: Minnesota Timberwolves vs New Orleans Pelicans
- Date: Thursday 20 March 2025
- Time: 11:00am AEDT
- Venue: Target Center
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT), unless otherwise noted.
Conclusion
Our Minnesota vs New Orleans predictions are based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, carefully curated by our team of expert data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our NBA tips are accurate and reliable, giving you the knowledge you need to make informed decisions with confidence.
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