Timberwolves vs. Kings Picks and Predictions for the NBA Game on February 03th, 2025

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Witness the showdown of the season on February 03th, 2025, when the Timberwolves clash with the Kings in an NBA game in Minneapolis, MN at Target Center. Make the most of your bets by checking out our expert picks and predictions.

Introduction to the Timberwolves vs. Kings betting tip and prediction

Don't miss the Western Conference clash taking place on February 03th, 2025, starting at 19:00. The Timberwolves enters as -4.5 point favorites in the contest. The previous game between these two teams was a pick’em and the Kings won, 124-120. The over/under for the upcoming game is 221 points.

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 Timberwolves are currently draining 38.5% of their 3-pointers, demonstrating their proficiency in long-range shooting. Meanwhile, the Kings are impressively converting 34.5% of their shots from beyond the arc. In terms of shot selection, the Timberwolves are dedicating 46% of their attempts to 3-pointers, while the Kings 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 27-22 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 Wizards, 105-103. Jaden McDaniels scored 26 points in the loss.

Best scorer for the Timberwolves

The leading scorer for the Timberwolves this season is Anthony Edwards, who is averaging 26.6 points per game. He scored 11 points on 2-for-11 shooting in his previous regular-season meeting against the Kings.

Other Team Leaders for the Timberwolves

Coming into the February 03th, 2025 contest, Rudy Gobert leads the Timberwolves with 10.2 rebounds per game. In the last match, he made 50 points in DraftKings and 50.2 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 56.5 DraftKings fantasy points and 57.4 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: 50 DraftKings fantasy points and 50.2 FanDuel fantasy points per game.

Timberwolves Team Analysis

The Timberwolves' point differential this season is 3.1 points per game, which ranks 9th in the NBA. They are averaging 111 points per game while allowing 107.9 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 16.5 per game, which ranks 19th in the NBA.

Projected Timberwolves Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Kings, 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), Anthony Edwards is questionable (illness) Julius Randle is out (groin), Naz Reid is questionable (hand) and Terrence Shannon Jr. is out (foot).

Sacramento Kings

How are the Kings playing this season?

The Kings head this game with a 24-24 record, and they are currently 10th in the Western Conference standings. The Kings are 5-5 in their last 10 games.

Did the Kings win their most recent game?

No, Kings came up short against the Thunder, 144-110. Malik Monk scored 39 points in the loss.

Best scorer for the Kings

The leading scorer for the Kings this season is De'Aaron Fox, who is averaging 25 points per game. De'Aaron Fox also leads the team in minutes played per game with 36.96. In the last game, scored 34 DraftKings fantasy points and 32.8 FanDuel fantasy points.

Other Team Leaders for the Kings

Domantas Sabonis is leading the way with 14.4 rebounds per game. In his last game of the season, he scored 34.75 points in DraftKings and 34.9 in FanDuel. Domantas Sabonis is dishing out a team-high 6.5 assists per game. He has 34.75 DraftKings fantasy points and 34.9 FanDuel fantasy points scored in the last game. In terms of steals, the Kings' leader is De'Aaron Fox with 1.5 steals per game. His DFS points in the last match were the following: 34 DraftKings fantasy points and 32.8 FanDuel fantasy points. The blocks' leader for the Kings is Keegan Murray, who is sending back 0.9 shots per game. He scored 25.75 DraftKings fantasy points and 24.5 FanDuel fantasy points in his last game.

Kings Team Analysis

The Kings' point differential this season is 1.3 points per game, which ranks 12th in the NBA. They are averaging 116.5 points per game while allowing 115.2 points per game. In terms of 3-pointers, the Kings are making 12.5 shots per game, which ranks 21st in the NBA. From the free-throw line, the Kings are making 17.6 per game, which ranks 11th in the NBA.

Projected Kings' Starting Lineup and Injuries

In their last meeting against the Timberwolves, the Kings' starting five were Domantas Sabonis, Keegan Murray, Harrison Barnes, Kevin Huerter and De'Aaron Fox. Fortunately, Kings does not have any current injuries and will be entering this game at full strength.

Bet suggestions for this game

Spread betting suggestion

According to Vegas, it is a toss-up for the Timberwolves and Kings game. Although it is a pick’em, the suggestion is to bet at the Timberwolves.

Money Line betting suggestion

Timberwolves are a -4.5 money line favorite for the game against the Kings, and the suggestion is to pick the Timberwolves.

Over/Under betting suggestion

The over/under for the Timberwolves and Kings is 221 points, so the suggestion is to take the over.

Will there be Overtime?

Since the Timberwolves and Kings have combined for just 6 overtime games this season, overtime is not likely for the upcoming contest.