Timberwolves vs Rockets Prediction and NBA Tips - 5 February 2024
Last updated: Feb 5, 2024, 12:09AM | Published: Feb 4, 2024, 5:33AM
The Minnesota Timberwolves will take on the Houston Rockets in NBA action at Target Center on Monday, beginning at 11:00am AEDT.
With star players Anthony Edwards, Karl-Anthony Towns and Rudy Gobert, the Timberwolves are up against a Rockets team that includes Alperen Sengun, Jalen Green and Fred VanVleet.
Stats Insider's free betting tips for the Timberwolves vs Rockets game, plus the latest betting odds and player props, are detailed in this article.
Who Will Win: Timberwolves vs Rockets
Using trusted computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the result of Monday's Minnesota-Houston NBA game 10,000 times.
Our independent predictive analytics model gives the Timberwolves a 72% chance of defeating the Rockets at Target Center.
More: Timberwolves vs Rockets Simulated 10,000 Times
Timberwolves vs Rockets: Odds
The current Betfair betting odds in Australia for Monday's NBA game at Target Center are shown below:
- Head to Head: Timberwolves $1.35, Rockets $3.75
- Line: Timberwolves -8 ($2.02), Rockets +8 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 221.5 Points): Over $1.92, Under $2.00
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 Timberwolves at $1.35 and the Rockets at $3.75.
The Timberwolves are listed as 8-point favourites against the Rockets, with odds of $2.02 currently on offer at Betfair.
For the underdog Rockets (+8) to cover the line, Betfair currently has odds of $1.91.
The Over/Under for Timberwolves vs Rockets sits at 221.5 with Betfair, which currently has odds for the Over at $1.92 and odds for the Under at $2.00.
According to Stats Insider's analytics model, the Rockets (+8) have a 53% chance of covering the line, while the 221.5-point Over/Under is considered an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
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Timberwolves vs Rockets: Betting Tips
- Head to Head: Houston at $3.75 with Betfair
- Line: Rockets +8 at $1.91 with Betfair (53% probability)
- Total Points: Under 221.5 at $2.00 with Betfair (50% probability)
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Timberwolves vs Rockets: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Timberwolves vs Rockets at Target Center on Monday has the Timberwolves winning 114-107.
This prediction is based on each team's average score following 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider has full coverage of Minnesota vs Houston on Monday, including pre-game predictions, expert tips, and live win probabilities.
Timberwolves vs Rockets: Player Props
Player props are an exciting way to bet on Timberwolves vs Rockets without necessarily betting on the outcome of the game itself.
Stats Insider has crunched the numbers to predict individual points, assists and rebounds for each team.
Anthony Edwards is expected to lead the way for the Timberwolves with 25 points, 6 rebounds and 6 assists, while Alperen Sengun is projected to finish with 21 points, 8 rebounds and 7 assists for the Rockets.
Timberwolves Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony Edwards | 25 | 6 | 6 |
| Karl-Anthony Towns | 24 | 9 | 3 |
| Rudy Gobert | 15 | 14 | 1 |
| Jaden McDaniels | 13 | 3 | 2 |
| Naz Reid | 12 | 4 | 1 |
Rockets Projected Box Score
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alperen Sengun | 21 | 8 | 7 |
| Jalen Green | 18 | 5 | 4 |
| Fred VanVleet | 16 | 3 | 8 |
| Jabari Smith | 13 | 7 | 1 |
| Dillon Brooks | 12 | 4 | 2 |
Remember, our model updates frequently, so keep checking this page for the latest betting predictions before the Minnesota vs Houston game at Target Center.
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Timberwolves vs Rockets: Preview
The NBA game between the Timberwolves and Rockets at Target Center is scheduled to begin at 11:00am AEDT on Monday.
- Teams: Minnesota Timberwolves vs Houston Rockets
- Date: Monday 5 February 2024
- Time: 11:00am AEDT
- Venue: Target Center
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Daylight Time (AEDT) unless otherwise stated.
Our Minnesota vs Houston predictions are based on 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of expert 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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