NBA Betting Preview: Wolves vs Pistons
The Minnesota Timberwolves take the floor against the Detroit Pistons in this NBA clash. Our betting preview features expert NBA predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, player stats, team news and confirmed starting lineups.
Bet on Pistons to Get the Job Done
Get with the Pistons with a -2 spread. We’re backing the favorites at -114 to enjoy a solid victory when they go head to head with the Wolves.
Pistons Beat Wolves in their Last H2H Battle
Minnesota Timberwolves have won back-to-back road games. A 124-94 triumph recently occurred at American Airlines Center when playing Dallas Mavericks. Ayo Dosunmu delivered a dominant triple-double performance, recording 18 points, 15 rebounds and 12 assists.
Detroit Pistons were winners last time out. Their 127-116 victory against Toronto Raptors at Little Caesars Arena made it back-to-back home wins. Jalen Duren scored 31 points, with Daniss Jenkins putting up 21 and Duncan Robinson contributing 19.
Head-to-Head Statistics
The last head-to-head saw the Pistons claim a 109-87 win over the Wolves at Target Center. The past 10 clashes between these teams have seen six Wolves wins.
Pistons
55
21
0.724
117.5
109.6
7.9
30-9
25-12
10-4
35-12
7-3
1W
Timberwolves
46
29
0.613
117.9
114.1
3.8
25-14
21-15
9-7
29-21
6-4
1W
Minnesota Timberwolves – Last 10 Games
6 wins and 4 losses in the past 10 games. The Wolves are averaging 114.8 points, 45.1 rebounds, 26.5 assists, 8.4 steals and 6.1 blocks while shooting 47.5% from the field and 78.3% from the free-throw line. The opposition have an average of 111.2 points and 46.0 rebounds per contest.
Julius Randle is averaging 19.3 points and 4.3 assists, while Rudy Gobert averages 11.7 rebounds and Donte DiVincenzo 2.9 (35.8%) 3-pointers made.
Detroit Pistons – Last 10 Games
The Pistons have won 7 and lost 3 of their previous 10 contests. Averaging 118.7 points, 43.7 rebounds, 30.4 assists, 9.8 steals and 5.8 blocks per game while shooting 50.2% from the field and 76.9% from the free-throw line. Their opponents average 109.7 points and 40.2 rebounds.
Jalen Duren is averaging 22.0 points and 9.6 rebounds, Daniss Jenkins 6.2 assists and Duncan Robinson 2.3 (45.1%) 3-pointers.
Minnesota Timberwolves vs Detroit Pistons Prediction & Picks
We cover the essential Minnesota Timberwolves vs Detroit Pistons betting angles, featuring our main match prediction, correct score guidance and a carefully crafted bet builder.
Game Prediction
There’s a generous line of -2 when it comes to Pistons for this NBA showdown. The -114 that they cover the spread has plenty of juice and our pick is that the favorites will make it happen.
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Key Timberwolves vs Pistons stats:
The -2 line has been covered by Pistons in 4 of their last 5 games at home.The -2 line has been covered by Pistons in 8 of their last 10 games at home.The -2 line has been covered by Pistons in 2 consecutive games at home.Pistons -2 Probability
According to the best sportsbooks, there’s a 53.2% likelihood of our pick landing a return. Our cappers think there’s a stronger chance of success and calculate the probability to be closer to 60%. The bet can be recommended for this precise reason.
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Correct Score Prediction
There are stacks of correct score lines available and we’re looking at the Pistons to achieve a winning scoreline of 118-111 where a huge potential return is on the cards.
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Minnesota Timberwolves vs Detroit Pistons Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
Pistons Likely to Win According to Latest Odds
Sportsbooks’ favorites Detroit Pistons are regarded as likeliest victors for this NBA game and the -145 about them triumphing means a 59% chance based on their current Moneyline betting odds. At +122, Minnesota Timberwolves are regarded as having a lower probability of winning.
2 is the spread and 224.5 is the total points line. Having a bet on the Totals is one of the most popular basketball wagers. If you fancy Over 224.5, this outcome can be backed at -110.
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Little Caesars Arena
Pistons Have Picked Up Eight Wins in Past Ten at Home
The Pistons have a 8-2 record in their last 10 home games, scoring 122.10 points per contest and conceding 112.60.
The Wolves are 7-3 in their last 10 games away from home, scoring 115.30 points per contest and conceding 113.50.
Detroit Pistons Home Stats
8-2
234.70
122.10
112.60
7
3
Minnesota Timberwolves Away Stats
7-3
228.80
115.30
113.50
6
4
W-L = Wins-Losses
P = Avg. Points
PF = Avg. Points For
PA = Avg. Points Against
O224.5 = Games Over 224.5 Points
U224.5 = Games Under 224.5 Points
Team Stats
Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
Minnesota Timberwolves Stats
Detroit Pistons Stats
6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 games
7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
7 wins and 3 defeats in the last 10 games
8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 home games
+2 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 games
+2 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 7 of the last 10 games on the road
-2 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 7 of the last 10 games
-2 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 8 of the last 10 home games
Game Totals: An average of 226.00 pts in the previous 10 games
Game Totals on the Road: An average of 228.80 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
Over 224.5: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 games
Over 224.5 on the Road: Covered in 6 of the previous 10 games on the road
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 114.80 pts and allowed 111.20 pts in the last 10 games
Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 115.30 pts and allowed 113.50 pts in the last 10 games on the road
Game Totals: An average of 228.40 pts in the previous 10 games
Game Totals at Home: An average of 234.70 pts in the previous 10 home games
Over 224.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
Over 224.5 at Home: Covered in 7 of the previous 10 home games
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 118.70 pts and allowed 109.70 pts in the last 10 games
Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 122.10 pts and allowed 112.60 pts in the last 10 home games
Last 10 Games
2-Pointers Made: 29.90 (53%)
3-Pointers Made: 12.20 (37%)
Free Throws Made: 18.40 (78.3%)
Rebounds: Total 45.1, Offensive 11.40, Defensive 33.70
Assists: 26.50
Blocks: 6.10
Steals: 8.40
Turnovers : 15.80
Personal Fouls: 20.30
Last 10 Games on the Road
2-Pointers Made: 30.40 (58%)
3-Pointers Made: 12.90 (39%)
Free Throws Made: 15.80 (73.83%)
Rebounds: Total 43.8, Offensive 9.20, Defensive 34.60
Assists: 26.20
Blocks: 5.20
Steals: 7.60
Turnovers : 14.50
Personal Fouls: 21.40
Last 10 Games
2-Pointers Made: 33.50 (56%)
3-Pointers Made: 10.90 (39%)
Free Throws Made: 19.00 (76.92%)
Rebounds: Total 43.7, Offensive 12.00, Defensive 31.70
Assists: 30.40
Blocks: 5.80
Steals: 9.80
Turnovers : 14.30
Personal Fouls: 21.80
Last 10 Home Games
2-Pointers Made: 35.30 (58%)
3-Pointers Made: 10.40 (37%)
Free Throws Made: 20.30 (79.61%)
Rebounds: Total 43.1, Offensive 12.60, Defensive 30.50
Assists: 30.90
Blocks: 6.10
Steals: 10.90
Turnovers : 14.80
Personal Fouls: 21.20
Starting Lineups
Both teams’ confirmed lineups will be published ahead of tip-off. There is also the chance to look at the lineups from the previous 10 games.
Expert Analysis by Kyrone Jones
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