Lakers vs Timberwolves Predictions and Betting Tips: Bet LA +8 on Dec 2
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- Over the last 10 games, the Lakers and Timberwolves have only covered two spreads.
- Both offenses are struggling, which makes the under a clear betting option.
- Get my top Lakers vs Timberwolves predictions ahead.
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Over the last two seasons, the Los Angeles Lakers and Minnesota Timberwolves have reached the Western Conference Finals but lost. That won’t change anything when it comes to NBA picks and predictions, but given that both teams are not currently playing great, they still have the talent to turn their season around.
Despite the recent overall play, the Lakers picked up a road win against the Utah Jazz. However, the Lakers were favored by five points but only won 105-104. But that was the start of four straight games on the road for the Lakers.
In the Timberwolves previous game, they faced the Los Angeles Clippers, picking up a 93-92 win in their last matchup in the NBA Cup. They were eliminated from the in-season tournament but ended a four-game losing streak. BetUS Sportsbook is favoring the Timberwolves in this game.
Lakers vs Timberwolves Game Information
- Game: Lakers (12-8) vs. Timberwolves (9-10)
- Location: Target Center, Minneapolis, MN
- Day/Time: Monday, Dec. 2, 8:00 p.m. ET
- Lakers vs Timberwolves Live Stream: NBA League Pass
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Lakers vs Timberwolves Analysis: 2 Predictions for Dec 2
1. Los Angeles Lakers ATS +8
Neither of these teams has been great in recent stretches. The Lakers’ last 12 games have been an interesting split. They had a six-game winning streak to start this stretch but have gone 2-4 in the back half. They have been even worse when looking at NBA betting lines. In the last 10 games, the Lakers have only covered the spread twice. However, they were favored in eight of those games.
On the other hand, the Timberwolves ended a four-game losing streak in the win over the Clippers but won by one point. I had picked the Clippers to cover a six-point spread in that game, mainly because of how the Timberwolves had been playing. During that losing streak, the Timberwolves only scored over 105 points once, showing a consistent issue with their offense. That didn’t change in the win over the Clippers, as the Timberwolves scored 93 points. Against the spread, the Timberwolves could be better too, and they have only had two covers in the last 10 games.
However, the Clippers’ defense played a significant role in keeping the Timberwolves’ offenses under wraps in that game. While the Timberwolves‘ offense has yet to live up to last season’s success, the Lakers’ defense is a weakness of their team. They allow 115.7 points per game, which is ranked 23rd.
ANTHONY DAVIS TONIGHT:
33 POINTS
11 REBOUNDS
13/25 FG
2/4 3PBEAST. pic.twitter.com/wEhInsMUox
— Legion Hoops (@LegionHoops) December 2, 2024
With neither team being great against the spread, this matchup is difficult for NBA picks against the spread. However, it is easier to back the Lakers’ core of LeBron James and Anthony Davis. They combined for 60 points in the win over the Jazz, while Davis had 11 rebounds, and James added 14 assists. They may not win the game, but they should keep it close to cover the spread on the road.
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2. Lakers vs Timberwolves Under 219.5
While the Lakers‘ offense has been solid this season, listed seventh in offensive rating (116.1), it is hard to see the over as a great betting option in this matchup. One of the biggest reasons is that despite the Lakers’ offensive numbers, they have struggled as of late. In four of their last five games, they have scored 105 points or fewer while hitting the under in five straight.
Then there are the Timberwolves, who have run into their offensive issues. They only scored over 105 points once over the last five games but have hit the over twice during that stretch, mainly because the defense gave up 115 or more.
In the win over the Clippers, the Timberwolves needed a lot of work to get anything going offensively. Anthony Edwards was the leading scorer with 21 points, while no one else had over 13. That was the Timberwolves’ lowest-scoring game of the season, which breeds little confidence in their ability to help this matchup hit the over.
This game features some high-profile names, such as Davis, James, and Edwards, so their big games could headline NBA news. But the offensive issues lie in the rest of the teams’ rosters. That makes the under the likely best betting option.
Bet This Pick: Lakers vs Timberwolves Under 219.5
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Questions Of The Day
Who will lead this game in scoring?
For the Timberwolves to win, Edwards must have a big offensive night. Considering he is the top option on his team, Edwards should deliver.
Is there a prop bet to pay attention to?
James is trying to move up the all-time three-point list, tied with Kyle Korver. He went 0-9 from three in the last game, looking to get over that hump. Look for him to make his threes against the Timberwolves.
