Minnesota Timberwolves vs Atlanta Hawks Prediction and Betting Tips | Dec. 23, 2024
There are 14 games on the NBA schedule two days before Christmas, including the Minnesota Timberwolves vs Atlanta Hawks matchup. It's the first meeting of the season between the two teams. The Hawks have dominated the all-time series with a record of 41-27 against the Timberwolves.
Minnesota is coming off a disappointing loss to the Golden State Warriors on Saturday. They begin their three-game road trip on a two-game losing streak. They are currently sitting 10th in the Western Conference standings at 14-13.
Meanwhile, the Hawks are looking to snap a three-game losing streak. They are on a four-game homestand, losing the first one against the Memphis Grizzlies on Saturday. They have a record of 14-15 and are seventh in the Eastern Conference.
Minnesota Timberwolves vs Atlanta Hawks Game Details and Odds
The Timberwolves-Hawks game is scheduled to take place at State Farm Arena in Atlanta, Georgia at 7:30 p.m. ET. It will be televised locally on FanDuel Sports Network North in Minneapolis and FanDuel Sports Network Southeast in Atlanta.
Fans can also watch it via live stream on NBA League Pass and FuboTV, which are paid subscriptions.
Moneyline: Timberwolves (-175) vs. Hawks (+145)
Spread: Timberwolves -3.5 (-112) vs. Hawks +3.5 (-108)
Total (O/U): Timberwolves o222.5 (-112) vs. Hawks u222.5 (-110)
Minnesota Timberwolves vs Atlanta Hawks Betting Tips
Anthony Edwards has an over/under of 26.5 points, which is higher than his season average of 25.6 points per game. Edwards is favored to score at least 27 points even though he has not done it in his last four games. Bet on "Ant-Man" to go under against the Atlanta Hawks.
Julius Randle is averaging 20.1 ppg this season and has an over/under of 20.5 points. Randle is favored to go under since he has only scored 21 points or more twice in his last five games. Go with the odds and place your money on Randle scoring 20 points or less.
Trae Young is favored to go under 22.5 points against the Minnesota Timberwolves. Young's scoring is down this season though he's having his best year as a playmaker. He has scored 23 points or more in back-to-back games, so bet on over for a potentially bigger payout.
Jalen Johnson is one of the most improved players of the season. Johnson is averaging 19.5 ppg and is favored to go under 18.5 points. He has not scored 19 points or more in three of his last five games. Bet on Johnson to have a big game and go over 18.5.
Minnesota Timberwolves vs Atlanta Hawks Prediction
The Atlanta Hawks are the underdogs against the Minnesota Timberwolves despite the homecourt advantage. Both teams are looking to snap their losing streaks, with the Timberwolves having the edge in terms of roster talent.
The prediction is a win for the Timberwolves with the Hawks covering the spread and the total going over 222.5 points.