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Golden State Warriors vs Minnesota Timberwolves Betting Picks & Predictions

Game time: December 21, 2024 at 8:00 PM ET

Venue: Target Center — Minneapolis, MN

Article updated Dec 21, 1:30 AM EST

Published by SportsJaw Editorial Team

The Golden State Warriors are set to face off against the Minnesota Timberwolves in a Western Conference matchup during their road trip. Both teams are currently 14-12 on the

Game outlook

The Golden State Warriors are set to face off against the Minnesota Timberwolves in a Western Conference matchup during their road trip. Both teams are currently 14-12 on the season, with the Warriors coming off a recent loss and the Timberwolves also looking to bounce back from a defeat. The Timberwolves are favored to win with a current line of Minnesota -3, despite opening at -5. Tip-off is scheduled for 8:10 pm EST.

Betting Odds

Moneyline: Warriors +135 | Timberwolves -156

Spread: Warriors +3 (-110) | Timberwolves -3 (-110)

Total: Over/Under 213.5 (-110)

Based on the moneyline, the implied probability that Minnesota will win straight-up is 61%.

Golden State Warriors

The Golden State Warriors are experiencing a challenging period, having lost three consecutive games following a significant defeat by the Memphis Grizzlies. The team recently acquired Dennis Schroder to bolster their roster alongside Steph Curry, particularly after losing De'Anthony Melton to a season-ending injury. However, Schroder and Curry struggled in their first game together, combining for just seven points on poor shooting percentages. The Warriors are aiming to get back on track in their upcoming game against Minnesota, with key player Moses Moody's availability uncertain. Despite their recent setbacks, the Warriors maintain strong defensive statistics, ranking well in multiple categories. Offensively, they have room for improvement, particularly in field goal and free throw shooting. It will be crucial for the Warriors to regroup and make necessary adjustments in order to return to their winning ways.

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Minnesota Timberwolves Analysis

The Minnesota Timberwolves finished tied for the best record in the Western Conference last season and made it to the Western Conference Finals before losing to the Mavericks. They made a controversial trade sending Karl-Anthony Towns to the Knicks, but have recently hit their stride with wins in four of their last five games. Despite a loss to the Knicks, the Wolves had been on a hot streak winning six of their last seven games before that. They will look to bounce back against the Warriors on Saturday. The team ranks 24th in scoring offense but is 4th in scoring defense. They are struggling with injuries, as SG Joe Ingles is a game-time decision. The Wolves have a power ranking of 8 and are currently 14-12 overall. They have strengths and weaknesses in different areas of their game, including shooting percentages, rebounds, and turnovers. They will need to improve on their offensive efficiency and rebounding to continue their success in the season. Additionally, they face the Golden State Warriors, having gone 2-1 in their last 3 matchups, and will need to continue their strong defense to secure a win.

Wolves Expected to Outlast Fatigued Warriors in Defensive Showdown

The two teams have evenly split the season series, each securing a win on their respective home courts. The Warriors have faced recent challenges, especially among their veteran players. Following a disappointing performance in Memphis, both Curry and Draymond Green appear fatigued. In contrast, the Wolves have demonstrated strong defensive prowess, winning six of their last seven games before facing the Knicks. As they return home after a loss, I anticipate the Wolves will continue their defensive dominance against a Warriors team adjusting to recent roster changes. Although the Warriors excel in 3-point shooting, they will be met with formidable 3-point defense from the Wolves. Notably, Anthony Edwards is expected to exploit the size advantage over the Warriors' undersized backcourt of Shroder and Curry. Given these factors, I predict the Wolves will emerge victorious in this matchup.

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

Current matchup data

Lines, trends and availability

Line movement since open

  • Moneyline · Golden State Warriors+185 → +150Moved
  • Moneyline · Minnesota Timberwolves-223 → -175Moved
  • Spread · Golden State Warriors+5 (-110) → +4 (-110)Moved
  • Spread · Minnesota Timberwolves-5 (-110) → -4 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Over216 (-110) → 218 (-110)Moved
  • Total · Under216 (-110) → 218 (-110)Moved

ATS and O/U trends

Golden State Warriors
1-3 matchup record · 5-5-0 ATS · 3-7-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file
Minnesota Timberwolves
3-1 matchup record · 5-5-0 ATS · 3-7-0 O/U
Last 10 completed games on file

Injuries and availability

From the published research (2024-12-21T06:30:45.814Z). Availability may have changed; review the cited sources.

The Golden State Warriors are experiencing a challenging period, having lost three consecutive games following a significant defeat by the Memphis Grizzlies. The team recently acquired Dennis Schroder to bolster their roster alongside Steph Curry, particularly after losing De'Anthony Melton to a season-ending injury. However, Schroder and Curry struggled in their first game together, combining for just seven points on poor shooting percentages. The Warriors are aiming to get back on track in their upcoming game against Minnesota, with key player Moses Moody's availability uncertain. Despite their recent setbacks, the Warriors maintain strong defensive statistics, ranking well in multiple categories. Offensively, they have room for improvement, particularly in field goal and free throw shooting. It will be crucial for the Warriors to regroup and make necessary adjustments in order to return to their winning ways.

The Minnesota Timberwolves finished tied for the best record in the Western Conference last season and made it to the Western Conference Finals before losing to the Mavericks. They made a controversial trade sending Karl-Anthony Towns to the Knicks, but have recently hit their stride with wins in four of their last five games. Despite a loss to the Knicks, the Wolves had been on a hot streak winning six of their last seven games before that. They will look to bounce back against the Warriors on Saturday. The team ranks 24th in scoring offense but is 4th in scoring defense. They are struggling with injuries, as SG Joe Ingles is a game-time decision. The Wolves have a power ranking of 8 and are currently 14-12 overall. They have strengths and weaknesses in different areas of their game, including shooting percentages, rebounds, and turnovers. They will need to improve on their offensive efficiency and rebounding to continue their success in the season. Additionally, they face the Golden State Warriors, having gone 2-1 in their last 3 matchups, and will need to continue their strong defense to secure a win.

Recent head-to-head

  • 2024-12-08Minnesota Timberwolves 106 · Golden State Warriors 114
  • 2024-12-06Minnesota Timberwolves 107 · Golden State Warriors 90
Final result

Matchup pick recap

Golden State Warriors defeated Minnesota Timberwolves 113-103

Golden State Warriors defeated Minnesota Timberwolves 113-103 on December 21, 2024, a 10-point decision in the series. Golden State Warriors' strongest period was the 1st quarter, when it outscored its opponent 26-15. Against SportsJaw's recorded Golden State Warriors +4 (-110) spread, Golden State Warriors covered, while the 216 combined points finished under the recorded total of 218.

SportsJaw editorial picks

  • Projected winnerNo published selectionUnavailable

Tipster picks

  • MikeVargasSpread · Minnesota Timberwolves -4 (-110)Loss
  • AliencreationMoneyline · Golden State Warriors +157Win
  • BjenkinsSpread · Golden State Warriors -3.5 (-110)Win
  • MackintoshSpread · Golden State Warriors +3.5 (-110)Win