SportsJaw
LeaderboardToday's GamesBest BetsLive OddsMake Picks
Login / Sign In
Today's GamesLatest PredictionsToday’s Best BetsLive OddsTeam PredictionsHead-to-Head MatchupsSJ CoinsAbout SportsJawContact UsLogin / Sign In
HomeMatchupsMake PicksLeaders
SportsJaw

The social platform for sports bettors.

Explore SportsJaw

  • Today’s Picks
  • Predictions
  • Best Bets
  • Leaderboard
  • Make Picks
  • Live Odds
  • Consensus Picks
  • Team Predictions
  • Head-to-Head
  • Game Briefing

Picks by Sport

  • NFL Picks
  • NCAAF Picks
  • NBA Picks
  • NCAAB Picks
  • MLB Picks
  • NHL Picks

About SportsJaw

  • How It Works
  • SJ Coins
  • Terms
  • Privacy
  • Contact Us

21+. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER. Picks are opinions, not guarantees. Past results do not predict future outcomes.

© 2026 SportsJaw. For entertainment purposes only. SportsJaw does not accept or place wagers.

  1. Home
  2. NBA Picks
  3. Dallas Mavericks vs Minnesota Timberwolves
Tue 7:30 PM ET
Dallas Mavericks logo
Dallas
Mavericks120
2-2
versus
Minnesota Timberwolves logo
Minnesota
Timberwolves114
3-1
Final
Team1234T
Dallas Mavericks26353227120
Minnesota Timberwolves34252332114
NBA · Dallas Mavericks at Minnesota Timberwolves

Your Picks on Mavericks vs Timberwolves

Picks closed
Spread
Moneyline
Total

Dallas Mavericks vs Minnesota Timberwolves Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: October 29, 2024 at 7:30 PM ET

Venue: Target Center — Minneapolis, MN

Article updated Oct 29, 6:00 PM EDT

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The NBA season continues with a matchup between the Dallas Mavericks and the Minnesota Timberwolves on Tuesday night. Both teams currently hold a 2-1 record as they face off

Game outlook

The NBA season continues with a matchup between the Dallas Mavericks and the Minnesota Timberwolves on Tuesday night. Both teams currently hold a 2-1 record as they face off in the Western Conference. If you're seeking predictions for this game, you're in the right place. Taking place at 7:30 ET at the Target Center in Minneapolis, MN, the Timberwolves are currently listed as the favored team with a -5 point spread, starting at -4. Stay tuned for more insights into each team's recent performance and my picks for the Mavericks vs. Timberwolves game.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Mavericks +165 | Timberwolves -190

Spread: Mavericks +5 (-110) | Timberwolves -5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 222.25 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Minnesota will win straight-up is 66%.

Dallas Mavericks

The Dallas Mavericks, who made it to the NBA Finals last season, have added superstar Klay Thompson to their roster in hopes of bolstering their dynamic duo of Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving. The team is currently priced at +900 to win the title this season and has begun the season with a 2-1 record. In their most recent game against Utah, Irving led the team in scoring with 23 points and the bench contributed 33 points. The Mavericks are ranked 18th in offense, 11th in defense, and have a power ranking of 14. Offensively, they shoot 40.51% from the field and 37.65% from three-point range. Defensively, they allow opponents to shoot 45.18% from the field and 34.67% from three-point range. They average 48.00 rebounds per game and 24.50 offensive assists.

21+. Gambling problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER. Picks are opinions, not guarantees. Past results do not predict future outcomes.

Minnesota Timberwolves Analysis

Coach Chris Finch is leading the Minnesota Timberwolves for his fifth year, with a current record of 3-1. The team recently won against the Raptors, with standout performances from Julius Randle and Rudy Gobert. The Timberwolves have a strong offense, ranking at #20 in the league, with solid shooting percentages and offensive stats. Defensively, they rank #7 and have been effective at limiting opponents' three-point shooting. In terms of futures, Minnesota is a top contender to win the title, with the fifth-shortest odds overall and second in the Western Conference.

Mavericks Favored to Cover Spread in Rematch Against Timberwolves

The upcoming game between the Timberwolves and the Mavericks is a rematch of last year's Western Conference Finals. Minnesota will be seeking redemption after their previous loss in the series. While the Timberwolves have a chance to emerge victorious, I am inclined to place my bet on the Mavericks. As of Monday evening, several sportsbooks are offering DAL +4.5, with the point spread ranging from +3.5 to +4.5. I believe that taking the points with the Mavericks is a wise decision, particularly if the spread is above +3.5. Minnesota's offensive capabilities and style of play do not inspire confidence in their ability to build a significant lead. Conversely, Dallas, although at a disadvantage due to a back-to-back game, possesses star players who can keep the game competitive. Therefore, I recommend betting on the Mavericks to cover the spread in this matchup.

SportsJawGame Predictions
Predicted score

Unavailable for this preview

Projected winnerUnavailableConfidencelow
Pick on the Spread

Published pick: Unavailable

Pick on the Total

Published pick: Unavailable

#DallasMavericks#MinnesotaTimberwolves

Share this preview

Facebook X Reddit Email
SportsJaw logo
Written by

SportsJaw Editorial Team

SportsJaw published this archived preview from its original game-day article. Its prediction and quoted lines are preserved as written.

About our editorial process

SportsJaw Mavericks vs Timberwolves archived game preview contains historical odds and availability that may no longer be current. View history of past Mavericks vs Timberwolves matchups or learn how our predictions work.

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Dallas Mavericks+145 → +148Moved
  • Moneyline · Minnesota Timberwolves-170 → -170Unchanged
  • Spread · Dallas Mavericks+4 (-110) → +4 (-110)Unchanged
  • Spread · Minnesota Timberwolves-4 (-110) → -4 (-110)Unchanged
  • Total · Over224.5 (-110) → 220.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under224.5 (-110) → 220.5 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Dallas Mavericks
2-2 matchup record · 3-6-1 ATS · 2-8-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Minnesota Timberwolves
3-1 matchup record · 4-6-0 ATS · 5-5-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-10-29T22:00:36.162Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

No verified injury or availability note was included in the published matchup research.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2024-05-30Dallas Mavericks 124 · Minnesota Timberwolves 103
  • 2024-05-28Minnesota Timberwolves 105 · Dallas Mavericks 100
  • 2024-05-24Dallas Mavericks 109 · Minnesota Timberwolves 108
  • 2024-05-22Dallas Mavericks 108 · Minnesota Timberwolves 105
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Dallas Mavericks defeated Minnesota Timberwolves 120-114

Dallas Mavericks defeated Minnesota Timberwolves 120-114 on October 29, 2024, a 6-point decision in the series. Dallas Mavericks' strongest period was the 2nd quarter, when it outscored its opponent 35-25. Against SportsJaw's recorded Dallas Mavericks +4 (-110) spread, Dallas Mavericks covered, while the 234 combined points finished over the recorded total of 220.5.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • AveragejoeSpread · Minnesota Timberwolves -4 (-110)Loss
  • StevehSpread · Minnesota Timberwolves -4 (-110)Loss
  • JackCohenSpread · Minnesota Timberwolves -4 (-110)Loss
  • JoeThomasSpread · Dallas Mavericks +5 (-110)Win
  • EljefeTotal · Over 223.5 (-110)Win
  • Hustle$Total · Over 223.5 (-110)Win
  • Joem81Spread · Dallas Mavericks +5 (-110)Win
  • 72dolphinsTotal · Over 222.5 (-110)Win
  • DengWinsSpread · Dallas Mavericks +5 (-110)Win
  • 1118240754Spread · Minnesota Timberwolves -5 (-110)Loss
  • JtphamSpread · Minnesota Timberwolves -5 (-110)Loss
  • KryptonMoneyline · Minnesota Timberwolves -190Loss
  • DrfeelgoodSpread · Minnesota Timberwolves -5 (-110)Loss
  • Steve512Spread · Minnesota Timberwolves -5 (-110)Loss
  • MackintoshSpread · Minnesota Timberwolves -5 (-110)Loss
  • Uncledavid
Spread · Minnesota Timberwolves -5 (-110)
Loss
  • GsimmsTotal · Under 222.25 (-110)Loss
  • GeorgewSpread · Minnesota Timberwolves -5 (-110)Loss
  • MbcTotal · Over 222.25 (-110)Win