NBA Picks and Betting Tips: Minnesota Timberwolves vs Trail Blazers Prediction, 13th November

NLB Staff

12.11.2024 01:50

Timberwolves vs Trail Blazers Prediction

Looking at the matchup, Minnesota is coming in as one of the best young teams who have shown tons of potential on both ends, while Portland is still trying to find their footing through a rebuilding process. Seeing that Minnesota came off a tough one-point loss against the Miami Heat, the Blazers got absolutely destroyed by Memphis last game. This game will occur on November 13th at 7:30 A.M. IST in Moda Center of Portland. Below are our key player props, important injuries, recent head-to-head matchups, and public trends, to create a potential scoreline for this matchup.

Timberwolves vs Trail Blazers Key Betting Tips & Predictions

1. Minnesota Timberwolves vs Portland Trail Blazers Moneyline Pick

As the Timberwolves have a -343 moneyline, this game should be a very easy victory for them. Going into this game Anthony Edwards and Mike Conley continue being one of the best backcourt duos on both ends, which Scoot Henderson and Shaedeon Sharpe won’t be able to match defensively. Even though offensively Sharpe has looked better, the Timberwolves have been a top 5 defense over the past two seasons because of their backcourt. In the middle Rudy Gobert won’t score, but be a huge presence to keep De’Andre Ayton quiet and Toumani Camara will be held quiet by Jaden McDaniels. Knowing this the moneyline of -343 is a great pick and the Timberwolves should win their 6th straight moneyline against Portland.

2. Minnesota Timberwolves vs Portland Trail Blazers Point Spread Pick

With the Timberwolves having a -8.5 spread entering this matchup, they should continue starting their season in good fashion against a much weaker Portland team. Seeing that the Blazers have Shaedeon Sharpe returning, his offensive game will be solid against a much stronger Anthony Edwards, but he will have very minimal opportunity of shutting him down on the defensive side. Seeing that he is a very top tier threat, it will help Mike Conely open room against a much more athletic Scoot Henderson. As Conley is a great two-way player, he can outduel Scoot because of his ability to pass and be more efficient from deep. A big matchup that the Timberwolves would win in this game is Rudy Gobert over De’Andre Ayton due to size and defense. Seeing that Ayton is just a pure offensive player, Gobert can create blocks and grab a lot more rebounds with power throughout the game. Also, the chance of Deni Avdija to guard someone like Naz Reid will be tough because the Timberwolves power forward is known for knocking down threes and can cause Avdija to move away due to a huge size advantage. With Jaden McDaniels switching on Anfernee Simmons or guarding Toumani Camara when starting, this Timberwolves squad should win their -8.5 easily because of strength on both sides.

3. Minnesota Timberwolves vs Portland Trail Blazers Over/Under Pick (Total Points)

As the over/under in this game is 220.5 points, the game should be fairly high-scoring with the Timberwolves carrying this line by a lot. As Minnesota has a very strong scoring backcourt, they have shown to have two great wings that can knock down the three-ball. Adding a great scoring power forward and one of the all-around backups, this offense has taken a huge step forward this season. Meanwhile, Portland has a center that can put in a few buckets along with their backcourt that has shown to put in buckets at a rapid pace. As they also have an excellent point guard on their end off the bench, these squads should hit the over in this game after their last game combined for 229 points.

Minnesota Timberwolves vs Portland Trail Blazers Top Player Props

Anthony Edwards over 26.5 points at 1.91: As Anthony Edwards has continued being one of the best scorers this year, his matchup against Shaedeon Sharpe is something he should dominate. Someone who has put in 28.3 points a night at a very efficient rate, Edwards should be able to control a lesser-skilled defensive guard. Seeing this, there should be anticipation for a career where Antman lights up the scoreboard and goes way past his season average.

Deni Avdija over 10.5 points at 1.74: With Deni Avdija entering this game as a pretty solid paint scorer, his extended minutes of switching in and out with Toumani Camara should give him more opportunities. Although Jaden McDaniels will come to help on defense, the Timberwolves will have Julius Randle on him, giving him more opportunities. Although Avdija only averages 9.0 points a night, he should get a higher total than that to expand upon his points-per-game stat.

Minnesota Timberwolves vs Portland Trail Blazers Injury News & Impact

Minnesota Timberwolves Injuries: As the Timberwolves enter this game with no injuries on their roster, they should continue being one of the most imposing units on both ends of the court.

Portland Trail Blazers Injuries: With Portland only still having Matisse Thybulle out, their constant presence on the defense end will disappear as an offensive-minded player like Shaedeon Sharpe will get extended minutes. Seeing this, Scoot Henderson will have to step up his defensive game during the 2nd rotation as the Blazer's only real solid defensive option at guard.

Timberwolves vs Trail Blazers Head-to-Head Trends

With Minnesota having complete control of this matchup, they have won 5 straight games against a Blazers team that is still way undermanned compared to this Timberwolves squad. As all these games have ended as blowouts, there should be another in store here because of the elite level Minnesota’s offense has developed. Scoring over 100 points in every matchup since November 4th of 2018, this should be a very high-scoring game and should help Minnesota improve on their 5-0 record against the spread vs Portland.

Betting Insights & Public Trends

Looking at the betting insights, 87.2% of the bettors are favoring the Minnesota Timberwolves to knock off Portland during this game.

Timberwolves vs Trail Blazers Final Prediction

Going into this game, the Minnesota Timberwolves have a complete advantage in both skill and coaching abilities. In a matchup, they should dominate, Anthony Edwards once again will lead this offense as one of the best two-way guards in the league. Going up against a smaller defender in Shaedeon Shape, his ability to get to the basket will be on display while he continues showing greatness in mid-range scoring. Although Sharpe may attack with a couple of great long-range shots himself, Edward's length and physicality should control him causing him to pass it out or take a lot of rougher-looking jumpers. With Mike Conley being one of the best facilitators, he should help Edwards find space while being able to drive himself. Even though Scoot Henderson’s play-making and defensive abilities could cause him to perform at a little lower level, Conley’s ability to lockdown fast guards will be key. Someone who can use his agility and speed, it will be easy for him to handle Henderson’s dribbling or switch on Anefernee Simmons when going to the hoop. With the inside having De’Andre Ayton, he will be met by one of the best blocking and rebounding centers in Rudy Gobert. Seeing that Gobert has the size and intellect to create extra positions for this Timberwolves team, while dominant opposing centers when trying to score, he should have a big night against an offense-first guy like Ayton. Having players like Jaden McDaniels using their length and jumping ability to guard Deni Avdija, the only way Portland keeps this game close is if Scoot Henderson, in addition to Toumani Camara provides enough offense.

Our prediction: Minnesota Timberwolves win and cover their -8.5 spread, while the score goes over 220.5 points