NBA Betting Preview: Hornets vs Wolves
The Charlotte Hornets hit the hardwood against the Minnesota Timberwolves in this NBA game. Our betting preview features expert NBA predictions, betting tips, the latest odds, H2H stats, player stats, team news and confirmed starting lineups.
Points Look in Short Supply
227.5 points looks too big a number on the total line and we are happy to play the -108 about Under when the Hornets and the Wolves square off.
Wolves 122-105 to the Good in Previous H2H
Charlotte Hornets beat Indiana Pacers in their previous game, making it three straight victories. It was a 129-108 home win at Spectrum Center. Brandon Miller dropped 22 points, as Kon Knueppel finished with 20 and Miles Bridges 19.
Minnesota Timberwolves have suffered defeat in their last two games. Most recently, a 115-103 scoreline occurred on the road at Xfinity Mobile Arena against Philadelphia 76ers. Bones Hyland scored 21 points, with Julius Randle putting up 21 and Ayo Dosunmu contributing 19.
Head-to-Head Statistics
The scoreline was 122-105 in favor of the Wolves when they last played the Hornets, with the matchup taking place at Spectrum Center. The Wolves have triumphed in their previous three meetings against the Hornets. On the head-to-head front, it has been 5 wins out of 10.
Timberwolves
46
31
0.597
117.6
114.1
3.5
25-14
21-17
9-7
29-21
5-5
2L
Hornets
42
36
0.538
116.4
111.3
5.1
21-19
21-17
11-5
25-24
8-2
3W
Charlotte Hornets – Last 10 Games
The Hornets have 8 wins and 2 losses in the past 10 games. They are averaging 122.4 points, 47.0 rebounds, 26.8 assists, 6.7 steals and 3.5 blocks while shooting 48.9% from the field and 81.3% from the free-throw line. The opposition average 104.4 points and 35.3 rebounds per matchup.
LaMelo Ball is averaging 20.7 points, 7.6 assists and 4.2 (36.8%) 3-pointers made, while Moussa Diabate averages 8.7 rebounds.
Minnesota Timberwolves – Last 10 Games
The Wolves have won 5 and lost 5 of their previous 10 contests. Averaging 110.4 points, 46.1 rebounds, 25.1 assists, 8.9 steals and 6.7 blocks per game while shooting 44.3% from the field and 74.7% from the free-throw line. Their opponents average 107.0 points and 49.4 rebounds.
Julius Randle is averaging 22.0 points and 4.7 assists, while Rudy Gobert has an average of 12.6 rebounds and Donte DiVincenzo 3.1 (34.8%) 3-pointers made.
Charlotte Hornets vs Minnesota Timberwolves Prediction & Picks
We cover the key Charlotte Hornets vs Minnesota Timberwolves betting angles, showcasing our expert match prediction, best correct score selection, top player props and a bet builder tailored for value.
Game Prediction
Play the Unders at -108 when these NBA teams take to the court. The 227.5 points line looks big enough and we’re not sure the pair will combine to get this total.
Our NBA handicappers study recent form and take injuries into account when assessing each matchup. Before delivering a verdict, we combine that insight with the latest stats to strengthen our analysis.
Key Hornets vs Timberwolves stats:
The 227.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 6 Hornets games on the road.The 227.5 line hasn’t been covered in 12 of the last 20 Hornets games.The 227.5 line hasn’t been covered in the last 7 Wolves games.The 227.5 line hasn’t been covered in 9 of the last 10 Wolves games.The 227.5 line hasn’t been covered in 15 of the last 20 Wolves games.Under 227.5 Probability
The best NBA betting sites imply that our pick has a 51.8% prospect of winning. In the opinion of our cappers, there’s actually a probability of success closer to 60%. That means we’re regarding it as a value wager.
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Player Prop Picks
Miles Bridges (Hornets) has scored an average of 18.8 points in the past 5 road games. He looks like a solid bet to cover the Player Points line and you’re able to back this pick at odds of -127.
Latest Miles Bridges Player Prop Odds
LaMelo Ball (Hornets) has racked up Over 7.5 assists in 3 straight games. He therefore looks capable of covering the line when it comes our Player Assists bet, with odds of +115 available.
Latest LaMelo Ball Player Prop Odds
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Correct Score Prediction
There are lots of different betting angles including the chance to back the Hornets on the correct score lines. For example, a 114-109 win in their favor is available at massive odds.
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Charlotte Hornets vs Minnesota Timberwolves 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.
Moneyline Odds Suggest a Close Contest
You can back Minnesota Timberwolves at +102 to win against Charlotte Hornets, with the latter trading at -120. According to the sportsbooks, the probability of the road team winning this NBA game is 55%.
The current spread is 1 and total points is 228.5. The beauty of the Totals is that you only have to choose from one of two options. Those who wager Under 228.5 can get -108.
Basketball fans are spoilt for choice thanks to the hundreds of game lines and team props which are available for every event on the coupon. Head to the top betting sites and find the best value picks.
Betting Lines & Odds
Moneyline
Point Spread
Total Points
Anthony Edwards Favorite to Get the Most Buckets
Anthony Edwards is the favorite to score most points. He is priced at -110 to score Over 24.5 points. Alternatively, you can back Under at -118.
Player Points
Anthony Edwards (Timberwolves)
LaMelo Ball (Hornets)
Julius Randle (Timberwolves)
Brandon Miller (Hornets)
Player Assists
LaMelo Ball (Hornets)
Ayo Dosunmu (Timberwolves)
Anthony Edwards (Timberwolves)
Julius Randle (Timberwolves)
Player Rebounds
Rudy Gobert (Timberwolves)
Moussa Diabate (Hornets)
Julius Randle (Timberwolves)
Brandon Miller (Hornets)
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Target Center
Last Ten Home Games Have Produced Six Wins for Wolves
The Wolves have a 6-4 record in their last 10 home games, putting up 111.80 points on average and giving up 112.20.
The Hornets have a 8-2 record in their last 10 games on the road, averaging 117.50 points scored and 105.00 points allowed.
In their last matchup at Target Center, the Wolves came out on top 114-93 against the Hornets. Across the last 7 head-to-head meetings at Target Center, the Hornets have come out on top four times, with the Wolves having three wins.
Minnesota Timberwolves Home Stats
6-4
224.00
111.80
112.20
3
7
Charlotte Hornets Away Stats
8-2
222.50
117.50
105.00
4
6
W-L = Wins-Losses
P = Avg. Points
PF = Avg. Points For
PA = Avg. Points Against
O227.5 = Games Over 227.5 Points
U227.5 = Games Under 227.5 Points
Team Stats
Latest regular season and playoff games stats.
Charlotte Hornets Stats
Minnesota Timberwolves Stats
8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 games
8 wins and 2 defeats in the last 10 games on the road
5 wins and 5 defeats in the last 10 games
6 wins and 4 defeats in the last 10 home games
-1 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 8 of the last 10 games
-1 Betting Line on the Road: Have covered the spread in 8 of the last 10 games on the road
+1 Betting Line: Have covered the spread in 5 of the last 10 games
+1 Betting Line at Home: Have covered the spread in 6 of the last 10 home games
Game Totals: An average of 226.80 pts in the previous 10 games
Game Totals on the Road: An average of 222.50 pts in the previous 10 games on the road
Over 227.5: Covered in 5 of the previous 10 games
Over 227.5 on the Road: Covered in 4 of the previous 10 games on the road
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 122.40 pts and allowed 104.40 pts in the last 10 games
Team Totals on the Road: Have scored an average of 117.50 pts and allowed 105.00 pts in the last 10 games on the road
Game Totals: An average of 217.40 pts in the previous 10 games
Game Totals at Home: An average of 224.00 pts in the previous 10 home games
Over 227.5: Covered in 1 of the previous 10 games
Over 227.5 at Home: Covered in 3 of the previous 10 home games
Team Totals: Have scored an average of 110.40 pts and allowed 107.00 pts in the last 10 games
Team Totals at Home: Have scored an average of 111.80 pts and allowed 112.20 pts in the last 10 home games
Last 10 Games
2-Pointers Made: 25.20 (59%)
3-Pointers Made: 18.20 (39%)
Free Throws Made: 17.40 (81.31%)
Rebounds: Total 47, Offensive 12.40, Defensive 34.60
Assists: 26.80
Blocks: 3.50
Steals: 6.70
Turnovers : 13.20
Personal Fouls: 19.90
Last 10 Games on the Road
2-Pointers Made: 22.80 (51%)
3-Pointers Made: 18.70 (41%)
Free Throws Made: 15.80 (83.6%)
Rebounds: Total 45.7, Offensive 13.40, Defensive 32.30
Assists: 27.00
Blocks: 4.90
Steals: 8.20
Turnovers : 12.40
Personal Fouls: 18.10
Last 10 Games
2-Pointers Made: 27.90 (50%)
3-Pointers Made: 12.60 (35%)
Free Throws Made: 16.80 (74.67%)
Rebounds: Total 46.1, Offensive 11.40, Defensive 34.70
Assists: 25.10
Blocks: 6.70
Steals: 8.90
Turnovers : 14.70
Personal Fouls: 20.10
Last 10 Home Games
2-Pointers Made: 28.00 (53%)
3-Pointers Made: 11.60 (33%)
Free Throws Made: 21.00 (76.64%)
Rebounds: Total 44.8, Offensive 12.00, Defensive 32.80
Assists: 24.30
Blocks: 6.50
Steals: 9.50
Turnovers : 15.40
Personal Fouls: 20.20
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 Elijah Jackson
Senior NBA Analyst
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Elijah Jackson is a Senior NBA Analyst and Head of the Basketball Editorial Betting Panel with 10+ years of experience, specialising in roster evaluation and efficiency-based analysis to uncover value across NBA markets.
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