Odds and Predictions: Thunder vs. Timberwolves Game 3 Showdown
The
Oklahoma City Thunder
play the
Minnesota Timberwolves
In Game 3 of the NBA playoffs on Saturday, and if you’re hoping to conduct some quick gambling analysis, you’ve come to the right place! Here we’ll provide you with the most recent point spread, moneyline odds, and over/under figure, along with all the details needed for making an informed wager.
The Thunder go into the game leading the series 2-0. They have once again secured a decisive victory against the Timberwolves. Their commanding performance in the third quarter propelled them forward.
118-103 Game 2 win
. Shai Gilgeous-Alexander rode the high emotions of his MVP trophy presentation to an efficient 38 points.
Meanwhile, the Timberwolves struggled from the outside again. Anthony Edwards led the way with 32 points and Jaden McDaniels had 22 points, but the rest of Minnesota struggled to show up.
The lines, courtesy of BetMGM
- Point spread: Thunder -2.5
- Moneyline: Thunder -145 / Timberwolves +118
- Over-under: 217.5
Storm versus Wolves: Injury Updates
Thunder:
Nikola Topic (with a torn ACL) will not be playing.
Timberwolves:
None.
Probable starting lineups
- Shai Gilgeous-Alexander
- Lu Dort
- Jalen Williams
- Chet Holmgren
- Isaiah Hartenstein
- Anthony Edwards
- Mike Conley
- Jaden McDaniels
- Julius Randle
- Rudy Gobert
Advice and prediction
The Timberwolves deserve some good fortune, which they’re likely to get in this match-up. As a team known for their frequent three-point attempts, they’ve faced considerable misfortune recently. However, history suggests that supporting cast members tend to perform better when playing at home, providing them with improved chances of success. Falling behind 3-0 would be disastrous, so expect an intense effort from them. Anthony Edwards is set for a standout display, bolstered by increased confidence among Minnesota’s reserves. Despite Oklahoma City’s recent superiority and Shai Gilgeous-Alexander’s exceptional playmaking, keeping the contest tight shouldn’t come easy enough to secure victory. Consequently, OKC is expected to lose this initial encounter; splitting games during their visit to Minneapolis could still make the journey worthwhile.
Prediction:
Thunder 117, Timberwolves 111
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Prediction and betting odds for Thunder vs. Timberwolves Game 3