Minnesota Timberwolves Power On Despite Anthony Edwards Injury, Face Tough Test Against New Orleans Pelicans
On Monday, December 11 at 8 P.M. EST, the Minnesota Timberwolves (17-4) and New Orleans Pelicans (12-11) will face off at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans, Louisiana.
Game outlook
On Monday, December 11 at 8 P.M. EST, the Minnesota Timberwolves (17-4) and New Orleans Pelicans (12-11) will face off at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans, Louisiana. Minnesota have been dominant this season and are on a 6-game winning streak, while the Pelicans had a noteworthy run in the in-season tournament, reaching the semifinals before falling to the Lakers. With New Orleans favored to win by 3 points, the match-up will be a good test for the reigning champs.
Betting Odds
Moneyline: Timberwolves +122 | Pelicans -145
Spread: Timberwolves +3 (-110) | Pelicans -3 (-110)
Total: Over/Under 222.5 (-110)
Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that New Orleans will win straight-up is 59%.
Minnesota Timberwolves
The Timberwolves are off to their best start in franchise history with an impressive 17-4 record and 16-2 in their last 17 games. This is due to great production from three key players: Anthony Edwards (24 pts/game), Karl-Anthony Towns (22), and Rudy Gobert (13.5 pts/game, 12.4 rebounds/game). Veteran point guard Mike Conley is providing leadership while Minnesota boasts the best defense in the NBA, allowing only 105 points per game while shooting 42.8% from the field. They've also been successful in games without Edwards, only losing to Oklahoma City which has a winning record. Minnesota's offense is ranked #20 but is still averaging 112.30 points per game and shooting 47.97% from the field. They're averaging 45.45 rebounds, 25.10 offensive assists, and 14.10 turnovers per game.