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Minnesota Timberwolves vs Chicago Bulls Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: November 7, 2024 at 8:00 PM ET

Venue: United Center — Chicago, IL

Article updated Nov 7, 6:01 PM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The Minnesota Timberwolves are set to face off against the Chicago Bulls in an intra-conference matchup on Thursday, Nov. 7. With the Timberwolves holding a 4-3 record and

Game outlook

The Minnesota Timberwolves are set to face off against the Chicago Bulls in an intra-conference matchup on Thursday, Nov. 7. With the Timberwolves holding a 4-3 record and coming off a recent win against Charlotte, they are the current betting favorite with a line opening at -7.5 and now sitting at -8.5. Meanwhile, the Bulls are 3-5 overall and have suffered three consecutive losses, including a big defeat to Dallas. Tip-off is scheduled for 8 p.m. EST, making this game a must-watch for NBA fans.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Timberwolves -350 | Bulls +280

Spread: Timberwolves -8.5 (-110) | Bulls +8.5 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 227.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Minnesota will win straight-up is 78%.

Minnesota Timberwolves

The Minnesota Timberwolves are currently 3-1 overall this season, with a power ranking of 11. They have been following a win with a loss pattern over their last five games and have a record of 1-2 straight up on the road. In their most recent game, they defeated Charlotte 114-93 at home, with Naz Reid leading the team with 25 points. Anthony Edwards tops the team in scoring with an average of 27.3 points per game. Offensively, the Timberwolves rank 20th in scoring, shooting 47.8% from the field and 39.8% from behind the arc. Defensively, they rank 13th, allowing opponents to shoot 45.7% from the field and 31.3% from 3-point range. Minnesota is 2-5 against the spread this season, with no injuries reported for their upcoming game.

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Chicago Bulls Analysis

The Chicago Bulls are currently 1-3 overall this season, with a recent three-game losing streak going into Thursday. Their home record stands at 1-2. In their last game, a 119-99 loss to Dallas, Nikola Vucevic led the team with 14 points and 10 rebounds. Zach LaVine leads the Bulls with an average of 22.7 points per game, while Vucevic leads in rebounds with 10.9 boards per game. The Bulls score an average of 113 points per game and allow 119.5 points per game on defense. They are shooting 44% from the field and 36.9% from 3-point range. Lonzo Ball and Zach LaVine are both out with injuries for an upcoming game. In terms of rankings, the Bulls are #11 in offense and #25 in defense, with a power ranking of 21.

Minnesota Timberwolves Poised for Victory Against Struggling Chicago Bulls

The Minnesota Timberwolves, with a 4-3 overall record, enter Thursday's game against the struggling Chicago Bulls following an impressive victory over Charlotte. Minnesota's strong performance was highlighted by solid defense, rebounding, and fast break opportunities, indicating their potential as a formidable force in the upcoming season. Conversely, Chicago's recent defeat to Dallas, combined with the absence of key players and fatigue from a back-to-back game, suggests they may face challenges in the upcoming match against Minnesota. It is likely that Minnesota will maintain their momentum and secure a win in this matchup. Therefore, it is advisable to consider Minnesota as the favored team to cover the spread in this game.

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

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Minnesota Timberwolves-297 → -400Moved
  • Moneyline · Chicago Bulls+243 → +315Moved
  • Spread · Minnesota Timberwolves-7.5 (-110) → -9.5 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Chicago Bulls+7.5 (-110) → +9.5 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over226.25 (-110) → 226.75 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under226.25 (-110) → 226.75 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Minnesota Timberwolves
3-1 matchup record · 3-7-0 ATS · 6-4-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Chicago Bulls
1-3 matchup record · 4-6-0 ATS · 6-4-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-11-07T23:01:00.850Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

The Minnesota Timberwolves are currently 3-1 overall this season, with a power ranking of 11. They have been following a win with a loss pattern over their last five games and have a record of 1-2 straight up on the road. In their most recent game, they defeated Charlotte 114-93 at home, with Naz Reid leading the team with 25 points. Anthony Edwards tops the team in scoring with an average of 27.3 points per game. Offensively, the Timberwolves rank 20th in scoring, shooting 47.8% from the field and 39.8% from behind the arc. Defensively, they rank 13th, allowing opponents to shoot 45.7% from the field and 31.3% from 3-point range. Minnesota is 2-5 against the spread this season, with no injuries reported for their upcoming game.

The Chicago Bulls are currently 1-3 overall this season, with a recent three-game losing streak going into Thursday. Their home record stands at 1-2. In their last game, a 119-99 loss to Dallas, Nikola Vucevic led the team with 14 points and 10 rebounds. Zach LaVine leads the Bulls with an average of 22.7 points per game, while Vucevic leads in rebounds with 10.9 boards per game. The Bulls score an average of 113 points per game and allow 119.5 points per game on defense. They are shooting 44% from the field and 36.9% from 3-point range. Lonzo Ball and Zach LaVine are both out with injuries for an upcoming game. In terms of rankings, the Bulls are #11 in offense and #25 in defense, with a power ranking of 21.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2024-03-31Chicago Bulls 109 · Minnesota Timberwolves 101
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Minnesota Timberwolves defeated Chicago Bulls 135-119

Minnesota Timberwolves defeated Chicago Bulls 135-119 on November 7, 2024, a 16-point decision in the series. Minnesota Timberwolves' strongest period was the 4th quarter, when it outscored its opponent 45-24. Against SportsJaw's recorded Minnesota Timberwolves -9.5 (-110) spread, Minnesota Timberwolves covered, while the 254 combined points finished over the recorded total of 226.75.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • UncledavidSpread · Minnesota Timberwolves -7.5 (-110)Win
  • Altuve27Spread · Minnesota Timberwolves -7.5 (-110)Win
  • MikeVargasSpread · Minnesota Timberwolves -8 (-110)Win
  • SimonsaysSpread · Chicago Bulls +8 (-110)Loss
  • DrfeelgoodSpread · Chicago Bulls +8.5 (-110)Loss
  • BjenkinsSpread · Chicago Bulls +8.5 (-110)Loss
  • MackintoshSpread · Chicago Bulls +8.5 (-110)Loss
  • IroncladlocksSpread · Chicago Bulls +8.5 (-110)Loss
  • JtphamTotal · Under 227.5 (-110)Loss
  • Hustle$Spread · Minnesota Timberwolves -8.5 (-110)Win
  • MauriceJonesSpread · Minnesota Timberwolves -8.5 (-110)Win