Jazz vs. Timberwolves Picks and Predictions for the NBA Game on January 30th, 2025

Arena and City where Jazz vs. Timberwolves will be playing

January 30th, 2025 is the date to mark on your calendar, as the Jazz and the Timberwolves go head-to-head in an NBA clash in Salt Lake City, UT at Delta Center. Explore our picks and predictions for a winning betting experience.

Introduction to the Jazz vs. Timberwolves betting tip and prediction

This Western Conference clash will be played on January 30th, 2025, at 21:00. The Jazz enters as 7.5 point underdogs in the contest. The previous game between these two teams was a pick’em and the Timberwolves won, 114-104. The over/under for the upcoming game is 223.5 points.

The 2024-2025 basketball season has highlighted the significance of the 3-point shot in the game. Let's examine how different teams are faring from long distance. Currently, the Jazz is making 35.4% of their 3-point attempts, showcasing their sharpshooting skills. On the other hand, the Timberwolves are converting on 38.3% of their 3-pointers, which is a testament to their long-range accuracy. As for shot selection, the Jazz is opting for 3-pointers on 45% of their attempts, while the Timberwolves are taking 46% of their field goal attempts from downtown.

Utah Jazz

How is the Jazz playing this season?

The Jazz comes into this game with a 10-35 record, and they are currently 15th in the Western Conference standings. The Jazz is 1-9 in their last 10 games.

Did the Jazz win their most recent game?

No, Jazz fell to the Warriors, 114-103. Collin Sexton scored 24 points in the loss.

Best scorer for the Jazz

The leading scorer for the Jazz this season is Lauri Markkanen, who is averaging 19.7 points per game. He scored 22 points on 8-for-16 shooting in his previous regular-season meeting against the Timberwolves.

Other Team Leaders for the Jazz

Coming into the January 30th, 2025 contest, Walker Kessler leads the Jazz with 11.4 rebounds per game Keyonte George has a team-high 5.8 assists per game. He scored 26.5 DraftKings points and 24.2 FanDuel fantasy game points in the last game. The steals leader for the Jazz is Taylor Hendricks (1.7 steals per game) In terms of swatting shots, Walker Kessler is leading the way for the Jazz with 2.4 blocks per game

Jazz Team Analysis

The Jazz' point differential this season is -7.4 points per game, which ranks 27th in the NBA. They are averaging 111.1 points per game while allowing 118.5 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Jazz is making 13.8 shots per game, which ranks 13th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Jazz is making 17.7 per game, which ranks 10th in the NBA.

Projected Jazz Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Timberwolves, the Jazz' starting lineup consisted of John Collins, Taylor Hendricks, Lauri Markkanen, Kris Dunn and Keyonte George.

Minnesota Timberwolves

How are the Timberwolves playing this season?

The Timberwolves head this game with a 26-21 record, and they are currently 7th in the Western Conference standings. The Timberwolves are 6-4 in their last 10 games.

Did the Timberwolves win their most recent game?

Yes, Timberwolves defeated the Suns, 121-113. Anthony Edwards scored 32 points in the victory.

Best scorer for the Timberwolves

The leading scorer for the Timberwolves this season is Anthony Edwards, who is averaging 26.4 points per game. Anthony Edwards also leads the team in minutes played per game with 36.7. He scored 32 points on 13-for-23 shooting in his previous regular season meeting against the Jazz.

Other Team Leaders for the Timberwolves

Rudy Gobert is leading the way with 10.1 rebounds per game. Julius Randle is dishing out a team-high 4.5 assists per game. In terms of steals, the Timberwolves' leader is Jaden McDaniels with 1.5 steals per game. The blocks' leader for the Timberwolves is Rudy Gobert, who is sending back 1.5 shots per game.

Timberwolves Team Analysis

The Timberwolves' point differential this season is 2.8 points per game, which ranks 11th in the NBA. They are averaging 110.6 points per game while allowing 107.8 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 16.5 per game, which ranks 19th in the NBA.

Projected Timberwolves' Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Jazz, the Timberwolves' starting five were Rudy Gobert, Kyle Anderson, Jaden McDaniels, Anthony Edwards and Mike Conley.

Bet suggestions for this game

Spread betting suggestion

With the Jazz coming into this game as 7.5 point underdogs the suggestion is to bet at the Timberwolves.

Money Line betting suggestion

Jazz is a 7.5 money line underdog for the game against the Timberwolves, and the suggestion is to pick the Timberwolves.

Over/Under betting suggestion

The over/under for the Jazz and Timberwolves is 223.5 points, so the suggestion is to take the over.

Will there be Overtime?

Since the Jazz and Timberwolves have combined for just 4 overtime games this season, overtime is not likely for the upcoming contest.