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Despite the fact that the Nuggets are currently leading this first-round series by a score of 3-2, the Timberwolves are currently two points ahead of them in game six, which is taking place at the Target Center in Minneapolis.
With the Timberwolves receiving a money line of -132 and the Nuggets receiving a plus 110, the over/under for this game is 203.5 points. ESPN is going to play host to the game, which will start at 8:30 p.m. Eastern Time.
The first quarter of the game was a close contest, with the Nuggets holding a 28-26 lead. However, the Nuggets started to pull away in the second quarter, outscoring the Timberwolves by a score of 22-18.
During the third quarter, Denver outscored the Timberwolves by a score of 38-30, and they went on to win the game 112-97. The Nuggets were 4.5-point favorites to cover the spread, and the total number of points scored in the game was 209, which was higher than the over/under which was 206 points.
Due to the outstanding performance of Denver’s defense, the Timberwolves were only able to score 97 points and shot 30.8% from beyond the arc. Nikola Jokic had a productive game on both ends of the court, finishing with a total of 40 points and 13 rebounds with a great performance.
Additionally, he had a field goal percentage of 68.2% and made two three-point shots. Rudy Gobert, who plays for the Timberwolves, finished with 18 points and 11 rebounds scored.
Nuggets vs Timberwolves Betting Odds
Here are the Nuggets vs Timberwolves Betting odds:
| TEAM | SPREAD | MONEYLINE | TOTAL |
|---|---|---|---|
| DENVER NUGGETS | +2 | +110 | Over 205 |
| MINNESOTA TIMBERWOLVES | -2 | -130 | Under 205 |
Nuggets vs Timberwolves Betting Prediction
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Read on to find out who we think will prevail and cover the spread in this NBA matchup that is part of the regular season.
- Currently, the Nuggets have a record of 57-25 for the season.
- The Nuggets have scored an average of 114.9 points per game that they have played so far.
- Recent results for the Nuggets include a victory over the Timberwolves by a score of 112-97.
- It is currently 56-26 for the Timberwolves.
- Over the course of a game, Minnesota’s defense allows 106.3 points.
- After suffering a defeat at the hands of the Nuggets, the Timberwolves need to get back on track.
Denver Nuggets Betting Prediction
Here is the Nuggets vs Timberwolves Betting prediction for Denver.
During the current season, the Nuggets have a record of 38-52-2 in terms of their over/under record, with the over hitting in each of their three most recent games. There has been an average of 222.9 points scored in Denver’s games, and the line for today is 203.5.
To far, the Nuggets have a record of 8-5 against the spread and 7-6 as underdogs in this season. They have covered the last two games and have a record of 20-24 against the spread while playing away from home.
Over the course of this season, Denver has a record of 43-47 against the spread, and they have covered the spread in three games in a row. The team has a record of 27-18 on the road and has won both of its most recent games.
In the Western Conference, the Nuggets currently own the second-best record with a record of 57-25. Their record versus teams from the Western Conference is 33-19, while their record against teams from other conferences is 24-6.
In a recent match, the Nuggets prevailed over the Timberwolves by a score of 112-97, despite being the 4.5-point favorites. The Nuggets are the second seed in the Western Conference, while the Timberwolves are the tenth seed in the conference itself.
With a shooting percentage of 49% from the field, Denver comes into the game as the fourth best shooting team in the National Basketball Association. With a field goal percentage of 56% from two-point range, they also rank eighth in the league.
Despite their effectiveness, the Nuggets came in last place in the league in terms of three-pointers attempted and 25th in terms of three-pointers made. As of late, Nikola Jokic has been the driving force behind the offense, averaging 29.4 points per game over the course of his last five games. While playing in these games, he was successful in 53.8% of his field goal attempts.
Due to a calf injury, Jamal Murray might not be able to play in the game. Over the course of this season, he has made 42.5% of his three-point tries and has averaged 16.8 points per game over the course of his last five games. The three-point shooting percentage of Michael Porter Jr. is 39.7%, and he makes an average of 2.7 three-pointers per game.
The Denver Nuggets have been one of the best defensive teams in the National Basketball Association (NBA) thus far this season.
They have allowed only 109.0 points per game, which helps them rank sixth in the league. Their performance on the road has been equally excellent, as they have allowed 110.0 points per game, which places them in sixth place.
In their most recent five games, Denver has been even more defensive than usual, allowing only 101.2 points per game, which has them in third place in the NBA during that span of time. During that time frame, they have been successful in defending the three-point line, allowing only 36.1% of offenses to come from beyond the three-point line.
Over the course of the season, opponents have had a difficult time making three-point shots against the Nuggets. They have only made 35.1% of their attempts, which is the second highest percentage in the league. The Denver Nuggets have 7.1 steals per game, which places them 21st in the NBA.
Minnesota Timberwolves Betting Prediction
Now, we have the Nuggets vs Timberwolves Betting prediction on Minnesota.
Nuggets defeated the Timberwolves in their most recent game, which they lost 112-97. The over/under for that game was 206 points, and Minnesota was a 4.5-point underdog in the contest.
The current over/under record for Minnesota for the season is 48-43, and the team has scored an average of 218.8 points per game across the board. At the moment, the O/U line is 203.5.
Over the course of this season, the Timberwolves have a record of 49-18 as favorites, playing 67 of their 82 games as favorites. They have a record of 31-35 against the spread and a point spread of +8.1, making them the favorite.
The home scoring margin for Minnesota is over seven and a half points per game on average. At home, they have a record of 20-25 against the spread, and they have a record of 32-13 at home. They have a record of 56-26, which has them in third place in the Western Conference.
This season, Minnesota has a record of 46-44 against the spread, and they have failed to cover the spread in either of their three most recent games. Currently, they have a total of 31-35 against the spread and a 15-9 overall record.
Averaging 113 points per game, Minnesota’s scoring offense is the 18th best in the National Basketball Association (NBA). The average number of points they score at home is 111.4, which places them in 24th place in the league in terms of home production.
The Timberwolves have been an effective three-point shooting team this season, making 38% of their shots from beyond the arc, which places them in second place in the National Basketball Association by this metric.
Averaging 30.2 points per game over the course of his last five games, Anthony Edwards has been the offensive engine that has been driving the Timberwolves offense.
While playing in these games, he had a field goal percentage of 56.4%. Over the course of the season, he has 25.9 points and 5.1 assists on average. In the current campaign, Karl-Anthony Towns has posted an average of 21.8 points and 8.3 rebounds.
This season, the Minnesota Timberwolves have had the best defense in the National Basketball Association (NBA). Out of all the teams in the league, they allow the fewest points per game (106.3). When playing at home, they have the lowest scoring average in the NBA, allowing only 103.8 points per game.
Their capacity to defend the three-point line is one of the factors that has contributed to their outstanding performance. During the course of the season, Minnesota Timberwolves opponents have a shooting percentage of 36.0% from beyond the arc.
The average number of three-pointers that Minnesota allows per game is 11.4, which places them in fourth place in the NBA.
Although they have been a strong defensive unit during the course of the season, they have not done well in the five games that they have played recently. The average number of points they have allowed each game during this time span is 104.6.
On the other hand, their defense of two-point shots has been exceptional, as they have only allowed their opponents to shoot 53.2% from inside the arc over the course of the last five games.
Nuggets vs Timberwolves Betting Trends
- The Nuggets have played ten games away from home and have scored an average of 113 points per game while allowing 107 points per game. The team’s record against the spread in these games was 5-5, while its record against the spread was 7-3 straight up.
- When it comes to their most recent ten home games, the Timberwolves have a record of 7-3 straight up and 7-3 against the spread. Over the course of these contests, the offense of the club scored an average of 110 points.
- In the 10 games that they have played as the underdog in the betting market, the Nuggets have a record of 6-4 straight up and 7-3 against the spread.
- In the past ten games, the Timberwolves have been the favorite, and they have a record of 7-3 in straight up games. Their performance against the spread, on the other hand, was only 4-6.
Nuggets vs Timberwolves Betting Pick
Free Nuggets vs Timberwolves Betting Pick: Over
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