May 20, 2025; Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA; Minnesota Timberwolves forward Julius Randle (30) shoots against Oklahoma City Thunder center Isaiah Hartenstein (55) in the first quarter during game one of the western conference finals for the 2025 NBA Playoffs at Paycom Center. Mandatory Credit: Brett Rojo-Imagn Images
The Oklahoma City Thunder has made light work of the Minnesota Timberwolves thus far. They have beaten them by 10+ points in both games, justifying the spread in their favor. The Timberwolves haven’t been anywhere near covering their spread, so the bettors must be hesitant to put any sort of wager on spread/money line in their favor.
At any rate, the author here has faced difficulties placing their trust in the team, too, but still remains hopeful about them. Here are the Same Game Parlay picks for the May 24 match-up on BetMGM.
Minnesota Timberwolves vs Oklahoma City Thunder Game 3 NBA Same Game Parlay
Total Under 217.5
The first game yielded 202 points, and the second game went to 221 points. In both cases, the scoreline was bloated because the Thunder scored 113+ points. However, I see the Timberwolves containing them below 110 in Game 3,
Oklahoma City Thunder Under 109.5 points
As stated above, I believe the Wolves can contain the Thunder in the 105-108 range here. They have shown the ability in Game 1 when they held them below 50 in the first half. They are more than capable of putting on a defensive show in Game 3.Â
Points: Julius Randle: 20+: Yes
Randle has been in a different rhythm during the postseason but was held to a 2/11 shooting night in Game 2 after five straight postseason games with 20+ points. I expect him to get back in rhythm for a 20+ piece.
SGP for Total Under 217.5 Points, OKC Under 109.5 Points, and Randle 20+ points: +450 at BetMGM
Why Go For this NBA Same Game Parlay Conclusion
The Timberwolves haven’t played their best defense in the series yet. I am sure that will change here as things shift on their home floor. I see the Wolves putting on a defensive masterclass here to pull through. These are risky picks, but sometimes you have to go by instinct. The Timberwolves are due a big game, and I expect them to deliver here.
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