Cavaliers vs. Timberwolves Picks and Predictions for the NBA Game on February 10th, 2025

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February 10th, 2025 is the date when the Cavaliers and the Timberwolves clash in a thrilling NBA game in Cleveland, OH at Rocket Mortgage FieldHouse. Maximize your chances of winning by checking out our picks and predictions.

Introduction to the Cavaliers vs. Timberwolves betting tip and prediction

At 18:00 on February 10th, 2025, the Eastern Conference and Western Conference will meet in this thrilling NBA contest. The Cavaliers enters as -9 point favorites in the contest. In the previous game between these two teams, the Cavaliers were -9 point favorites and won the game against Timberwolves, 104-91. The over/under for the upcoming game is 229 points. In the previous meeting, the over/under was 195.5 points, and the under was victorious.

The 2024-2025 basketball season emphasizes the pivotal role of the 3-point shot in the game. Let's delve into how teams are performing from long range. The Cavaliers are currently draining 39.5% of their 3-pointers, demonstrating their proficiency in long-range shooting. Meanwhile, the Timberwolves are impressively converting 38.4% of their shots from beyond the arc. In terms of shot selection, the Cavaliers are dedicating 45% of their attempts to 3-pointers, while the Timberwolves are taking 45% of their field goal attempts from downtown.

Cleveland Cavaliers

How are the Cavaliers playing this season?

The Cavaliers comes into this game with a 42-10 record, and they are currently 1st in the Eastern Conference standings. The Cavaliers are 6-4 in their last 10 games.

Did the Cavaliers win their most recent game?

Yes, Cavaliers defeated the Wizards, 134-124. Darius Garland scored 19 points in the victory.

Best scorer for the Cavaliers

The leading scorer for the Cavaliers this season is Donovan Mitchell, who is averaging 24 points per game. In the last game, he scored 46.25 points in DraftKings and 44.7 fantasy points in FanDuel.

Other Team Leaders for the Cavaliers

Coming into the February 10th, 2025 contest, Jarrett Allen leads the Cavaliers with 10.3 rebounds per game. In the last match, he made 37.5 points in DraftKings and 36.4 fantasy points in FanDuel. Darius Garland has a team-high 6.7 assists per game. He scored 39.25 DraftKings points and 35.5 FanDuel fantasy game points in the last game. The steals leader for the Cavaliers is Donovan Mitchell (1.4 steals per game). He has 46.25 DraftKings fantasy points and 44.7 FanDuel fantasy points for the last game. In terms of swatting shots, Evan Mobley is leading the way for the Cavaliers with 1.5 blocks per game. His DFS production in the last game is as follows: 39.75 DraftKings fantasy points and 39.9 FanDuel fantasy points per game.

Cavaliers Team Analysis

The Cavaliers' point differential this season is 10.3 points per game, which ranks 2nd in the NBA. They are averaging 122.4 points per game while allowing 112.1 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Cavaliers are making 16.2 shots per game, which ranks 2nd in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Cavaliers are making 16.6 per game, which ranks 21st in the NBA.

Projected Cavaliers Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Timberwolves, the Cavaliers' starting lineup consisted of Jarrett Allen, Georges Niang, Isaac Okoro, Caris LeVert and Darius Garland. For the upcoming matchup, the Cavaliers has the following injuries: Isaac Okoro is out (shoulder) and Dean Wade is out (knee).

Minnesota Timberwolves

How are the Timberwolves playing this season?

The Timberwolves head this game with a 30-23 record, and they are currently 6th in the Western Conference standings. The Timberwolves are 8-2 in their last 10 games.

Did the Timberwolves win their most recent game?

Yes, Timberwolves defeated the Trail Blazers, 114-98. Mike Conley scored 21 points in the victory.

Best scorer for the Timberwolves

The leading scorer for the Timberwolves this season is Anthony Edwards, who is averaging 27.2 points per game. Anthony Edwards also leads the team in minutes played per game with 36.73.

Other Team Leaders for the Timberwolves

Rudy Gobert is leading the way with 10.4 rebounds per game. In his last game of the season, he scored 33.25 points in DraftKings and 31.7 in FanDuel. Mike Conley is dishing out a team-high 4.6 assists per game In terms of steals, the Timberwolves' leader is Jaden McDaniels with 1.4 steals per game. His DFS points in the last match were the following: 51.5 DraftKings fantasy points and 50 FanDuel fantasy points. The blocks' leader for the Timberwolves is Rudy Gobert, who is sending back 1.5 shots per game. He scored 33.25 DraftKings fantasy points and 31.7 FanDuel fantasy points in his last game.

Timberwolves Team Analysis

The Timberwolves' point differential this season is 3.7 points per game, which ranks 8th in the NBA. They are averaging 111.7 points per game while allowing 108 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Timberwolves are making 15 shots per game, which ranks 5th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Timberwolves are making 16.8 per game, which ranks 16th in the NBA.

Projected Timberwolves' Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Cavaliers, the Timberwolves' starting five were Rudy Gobert, Kyle Anderson, Jaden McDaniels, Anthony Edwards and Mike Conley. For the upcoming matchup, Timberwolves has the following injuries: Mike Conley is questionable (finger), Donte DiVincenzo is out (toe), Anthony Edwards is questionable (hip) and Julius Randle is out (groin).

Bet suggestions for this game

Spread betting suggestion

With the Cavaliers coming into this game as -9 point favorites the suggestion is to bet at the Cavaliers.

Money Line betting suggestion

Cavaliers are a -9 money line favorite for the game against the Timberwolves, and the suggestion is to pick the Cavaliers.

Over/Under betting suggestion

The over/under for the Cavaliers and Timberwolves is 229 points, so the suggestion is to take the over.

Will there be Overtime?

Since the Cavaliers and Timberwolves have combined for just 2 overtime games this season, overtime is not likely for the upcoming contest.