Timberwolves vs. Hawks Picks and Predictions for the NBA Game on January 27th, 2025

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January 27th, 2025 is the date to mark on your calendar, as the Timberwolves and the Hawks go head-to-head in an NBA clash in Minneapolis, MN at Target Center. Explore our picks and predictions for a winning betting experience.

Introduction to the Timberwolves vs. Hawks betting tip and prediction

At 19:00 on January 27th, 2025, the Western Conference and Eastern Conference will meet in this thrilling NBA contest. The Timberwolves enters as -10 point favorites in the contest. In the previous game between these two teams, the Timberwolves were -1 point favorites and won the game against Hawks, 109-106. The over/under for the upcoming game is 220.5 points. In the previous meeting, the over/under was 212 points, and the over was victorious.

The 2024-2025 basketball season has made it abundantly clear how important the 3-point shot is to the game. Let's examine how different teams are succeeding from long distance. The Timberwolves are currently nailing 38.4% of their 3-pointers, highlighting their precision in long-range shooting. In contrast, the Hawks are converting on 34.8% of their 3-point attempts, showcasing their proficiency in long-range shooting. As for shot selection, the Timberwolves are dedicating 46% of their attempts to 3-pointers, while the Hawks are taking 40% of their field goal attempts from downtown.

Minnesota Timberwolves

How are the Timberwolves playing this season?

The Timberwolves comes into this game with a 24-21 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 Nuggets, 133-104. Rudy Gobert scored 25 points in the victory.

Best scorer for the Timberwolves

The leading scorer for the Timberwolves this season is Anthony Edwards, who is averaging 26.3 points per game. Edwards also is the team leader in minutes played per game with 36.66. He scored 14 points on 4-for-12 shooting in his previous regular-season meeting against the Hawks. In the last game, he scored 48.75 points in DraftKings and 45.7 fantasy points in FanDuel.

Other Team Leaders for the Timberwolves

Coming into the January 27th, 2025 contest, Rudy Gobert leads the Timberwolves with 10.3 rebounds per game. In the last match, he made 48.5 points in DraftKings and 50.3 fantasy points in FanDuel. Julius Randle has a team-high 4.6 assists per game. He scored 45.75 DraftKings points and 46.9 FanDuel fantasy game points in the last game. The steals leader for the Timberwolves is Jaden McDaniels (1.4 steals per game). He has 33.5 DraftKings fantasy points and 34.6 FanDuel fantasy points for the last game. In terms of swatting shots, Rudy Gobert is leading the way for the Timberwolves with 1.4 blocks per game. His DFS production in the last game is as follows: 48.5 DraftKings fantasy points and 50.3 FanDuel fantasy points per game.

Timberwolves Team Analysis

The Timberwolves' point differential this season is 2.5 points per game, which ranks 11th in the NBA. They are averaging 110.6 points per game while allowing 108.1 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Timberwolves are making 15.1 shots per game, which ranks 5th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Timberwolves are making 16.3 per game, which ranks 21st in the NBA.

Projected Timberwolves Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Hawks, the Timberwolves' starting lineup consisted of Rudy Gobert, Karl-Anthony Towns, Jaden McDaniels, Anthony Edwards and Mike Conley. For the upcoming matchup, the Timberwolves has the following injuries: Donte DiVincenzo is out (toe) and Terrence Shannon Jr. is out (ankle).

Atlanta Hawks

How are the Hawks playing this season?

The Hawks head this game with a 22-23 record, and they are currently 9th in the Eastern Conference standings. The Hawks are 4-6 in their last 10 games.

Did the Hawks win their most recent game?

No, Hawks came up short against the Raptors, 117-94. Trae Young scored 19 points in the loss.

Best scorer for the Hawks

The leading scorer for the Hawks this season is Trae Young, who is averaging 22.8 points per game. Trae Young also leads the team in minutes played per game with 36.08. He scored 19 points on 6-for-12 shooting in his previous regular season meeting against the Timberwolves. In the last game, scored 22 DraftKings fantasy points and 15.8 FanDuel fantasy points.

Other Team Leaders for the Hawks

Jalen Johnson is leading the way with 10 rebounds per game Trae Young is dishing out a team-high 11.5 assists per game. He has 22 DraftKings fantasy points and 15.8 FanDuel fantasy points scored in the last game. In terms of steals, the Hawks' leader is Dyson Daniels with 3.1 steals per game. His DFS points in the last match were the following: 38 DraftKings fantasy points and 40.2 FanDuel fantasy points. The blocks' leader for the Hawks is Jalen Johnson, who is sending back 1 shots per game

Hawks Team Analysis

The Hawks' point differential this season is -2.6 points per game, which ranks 21st in the NBA. They are averaging 116.3 points per game while allowing 118.9 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Hawks are making 12.8 shots per game, which ranks 18th in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Hawks are making 18.6 per game, which ranks 2nd in the NBA.

Projected Hawks' Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Timberwolves, the Hawks' starting five were Clint Capela, De'Andre Hunter, Vít Krejčí, Dejounte Murray and Trae Young.

Bet suggestions for this game

Spread betting suggestion

With the Timberwolves coming into this game as -10 point favorites the suggestion is to bet at the Timberwolves.

Money Line betting suggestion

Timberwolves are a -10 money line favorite for the game against the Hawks, and the suggestion is to pick the Timberwolves.

Over/Under betting suggestion

The over/under for the Timberwolves and Hawks is 220.5 points, so the suggestion is to take the over.

Will there be Overtime?

Since the Timberwolves and Hawks have combined for just 5 overtime games this season, overtime is not likely for the upcoming contest.