Timberwolves vs. Bulls Picks and Predictions for the NBA Game on February 05th, 2025

Arena and City where Timberwolves vs. Bulls will be playing

The Timberwolves and Bulls will face off on February 05th, 2025, in an NBA game in Minneapolis, MN at Target Center, and be sure to check out the picks and predictions to win with your bets.

Introduction to the Timberwolves vs. Bulls betting tip and prediction

On February 05th, 2025, at 19:00, the Western Conference will face off against the Eastern Conference in this NBA clash. The Timberwolves enters as -10.5 point favorites in the contest. In the previous game between these two teams, the Timberwolves were 2 point underdogs but lost the game to Bulls, 109-101. The over/under for the upcoming game is 227.5 points. In the previous meeting, the over/under was 214.5 points, and the under was victorious.

The 2024-2025 basketball season underscores the importance of the 3-point shot in the game. Let's assess how teams are performing from long range. The Timberwolves are currently making 38.3% of their 3-pointers, demonstrating their sharpshooting ability. In contrast, the Bulls are converting on 37.4% of their 3-point attempts, showcasing their proficiency in long-range shooting. When it comes to shot selection, the Timberwolves are attempting 46% of their shots from beyond the 3-point line, while the Bulls are opting for 47% of their field goal attempts from downtown.

Minnesota Timberwolves

How are the Timberwolves playing this season?

The Timberwolves comes into this game with a 27-23 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?

No, Timberwolves fell to the Kings, 116-114. Anthony Edwards scored 22 points in the loss.

Best scorer for the Timberwolves

The leading scorer for the Timberwolves this season is Anthony Edwards, who is averaging 26.5 points per game. He scored 22 points on 9-for-20 shooting in his previous regular-season meeting against the Bulls. In the last game, he scored 40.5 points in DraftKings and 40.2 fantasy points in FanDuel.

Other Team Leaders for the Timberwolves

Coming into the February 05th, 2025 contest, Rudy Gobert leads the Timberwolves with 10.3 rebounds per game. In the last match, he made 47.25 points in DraftKings and 48.1 fantasy points in FanDuel. Julius Randle has a team-high 4.5 assists per game The steals leader for the Timberwolves is Jaden McDaniels (1.5 steals per game). He has 41.25 DraftKings fantasy points and 42.4 FanDuel fantasy points for the last game. In terms of swatting shots, Rudy Gobert is leading the way for the Timberwolves with 1.5 blocks per game. His DFS production in the last game is as follows: 47.25 DraftKings fantasy points and 48.1 FanDuel fantasy points per game.

Timberwolves Team Analysis

The Timberwolves' point differential this season is 3.1 points per game, which ranks 8th in the NBA. They are averaging 111.1 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 16.5 per game, which ranks 19th in the NBA.

Projected Timberwolves Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Bulls, the Timberwolves' starting lineup consisted of Rudy Gobert, Naz Reid, Jaden McDaniels, Anthony Edwards and Mike Conley. For the upcoming matchup, the Timberwolves has the following injuries: Donte DiVincenzo is out (toe), Julius Randle is out (groin) and Terrence Shannon Jr. isout (foot).

Chicago Bulls

How are the Bulls playing this season?

The Bulls head this game with a 22-29 record, and they are currently 10th in the Eastern Conference standings. The Bulls are 4-6 in their last 10 games.

Did the Bulls win their most recent game?

Yes, Bulls defeated the Heat, 133-124. DeMar DeRozan scored 27 points in the victory.

Best scorer for the Bulls

The leading scorer for the Bulls this season is Zach LaVine, who is averaging 24 points per game. Zach LaVine also leads the team in minutes played per game with 34.1.

Other Team Leaders for the Bulls

Nikola Vucevic is leading the way with 10.4 rebounds per game. Josh Giddey is dishing out a team-high 6.6 assists per game. In terms of steals, the Bulls' leader is Lonzo Ball with 1.5 steals per game. The blocks' leader for the Bulls is Jalen Smith, who is sending back 0.8 shots per game.

Bulls Team Analysis

The Bulls' point differential this season is -3.2 points per game, which ranks 22nd in the NBA. They are averaging 116.8 points per game while allowing 120 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Bulls are making 16.1 shots per game, which ranks 3rd in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Bulls are making 14.8 per game, which ranks 29th in the NBA.

Projected Bulls' Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Timberwolves, the Bulls' starting five were Nikola Vucevic, DeMar DeRozan, Alex Caruso, Ayo Dosunmu and Coby White.

Bet suggestions for this game

Spread betting suggestion

With the Timberwolves coming into this game as -10.5 point favorites the suggestion is to bet at the Timberwolves.

Money Line betting suggestion

Timberwolves are a -10.5 money line favorite for the game against the Bulls, and the suggestion is to pick the Timberwolves.

Over/Under betting suggestion

The over/under for the Timberwolves and Bulls is 227.5 points, so the suggestion is to take the over.

Will there be Overtime?

Since the Timberwolves and Bulls have combined for just 3 overtime games this season, overtime is not likely for the upcoming contest.