Last updated on August 30th, 2024 at 08:16 am
Game 1 of the Timberwolves vs Nuggets Western Semifinals series will take place at the Ball Arena on Saturday. The Denver Nuggets saw the Minnesota Timberwolves as their most challenging opponent in last year’s postseason. Will it be the same this year? Here are our betting picks and analysis for the game.
The Nuggets will play to win in the first game of the series. Despite the Timberwolves’ greatness, Jamal Murray remains a danger. As the series nears its conclusion, basketball betting experts are avoiding wagers against Denver, even if they have strong reasons to be positive.
Timberwolves vs Nuggets Betting Odds
- Denver Nuggets: -185
- Minnesota Timberwolves: +155
- Point Spread: 4.5
- Over/Under: 207.5
NBA Prediction and Analysis for 05/04/2024
The first two quarters of games have historically been tough for Minnesota, but the Wild generally find their stride in the third. On the other hand, the Timberwolves were able to refine their workout routine and get ready for their playoff encounter against the Phoenix Suns in the week preceding the tournament. Instantly successful, it helped lead to a 61-51 first-half win in Game 1.
In their pregame remarks, Minnesota indicated their intention to take an extra week off before round 5. They look at this as a chance to regroup before the playoffs, reorganize their roster to take on the reigning champs, and get Karl-Anthony Towns back into shape after he underwent meniscus surgery seven weeks ago.
Center: During the playoffs, Nikola Jokic has been electric. With 40.5 minutes of playtime per game, he has averaged 28.2 points, 16.2 rebounds, 9.8 assists, and 1.2 steals in five games. He makes 59.1% of his attempts on the field and 92.6% of his free throws. On Monday, he helped his team to a narrow victory over the Lakers with a performance that included 25 points, 20 rebounds, and nine assists. In Game 4, he scored 33 points, dished out 14 assists, and grabbed 14 rebounds in a 119-108 setback in Los Angeles.
During this playoff, shooting guard Anthony Edwards has been phenomenal. His stats for these four games are as follows: 31 points, eight rebounds, 6.3 assists, and two steals per 39.50 minutes played. He made 51.2% of his field goals on the court, including an impressive 43.8% from beyond the arc and 83.9% of his free throws. According to sportsbook recommendations, Game 4 against the Suns was a nail-biter, and he finished with 40 points, nine boards, six assists, and two blocks.
Timberwolves vs Nuggets Betting Pick
- Date: May 4, 2024
- Location: Ball Arena
Bet on the Timberwolves to cover the spread at +4.5
Center Karl-Anthony Towns has scored twice in a row. In Game 3 in Phoenix, he led his team to a 126-109 victory with 18 points, 13 rebounds, and two assists. He played 39 minutes, scored 28 points, grabbed ten rebounds, and had three assists in Game 4, which the team won 122-116. Towns has averaged 19.3 points, 9.5 rebounds, and 2.5 assists in 28.3 minutes of postseason play in four games. Here, you may find the team to choose from.
Since Game 1 will be closely contested throughout, the outcome will likely depend on a handful of possessions in the final quarter.
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