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Welcome RotoBallers to our betting picks for the Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Utah Jazz, another article in our weekly series of free NBA betting picks for every game on the schedule. This free NBA betting breakdown article is for Wednesday, February 8th.
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Today's Betting Overview - Timberwolves @ Jazz
The Timberwolves take on the Jazz on Wednesday, February 8th at Vivint Smart Home Arena, Salt Lake City. RotoBaller provides free handicapping picks and odds for all NBA games throughout the 2022-2023 season.
- Matchup: Minnesota Timberwolves (29-28) vs. Utah Jazz (27-28)
- Date: Wednesday, February 8th
- Time: 9:00 PM ET
- Venue: Vivint Smart Home Arena
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Timberwolves & Jazz Key Injuries
Timberwolves
- Kyle Anderson (Questionable) Back
- Austin Rivers (Out) Suspension
- Karl-Anthony Towns (Out) Calf
Jazz
- Jarred Vanderbilt (Questionable) Back
Minnesota Timberwolves - NBA Betting Analysis
In Minnesota's most recent game, Anthony Edwards led the team in scoring with 19 points, but the Timberwolves fell to the Nuggets by a score of 146-112. Going into the game, oddsmakers had Minnesota as the 8.0-point underdog, resulting in an ATS loss for the team.
Now, the Timberwolves' overall record sits at 29-28, placing them 9th in the Western Conference. The team's current record at home is 20-12 and 9-16 on the road. Minnesota's record against the spread is below .500 at 27-30.
Through 57 games, the Timberwolves have put together one of the top-scoring offenses (11th) at 115.4 points per game. Not only that, but they enter today's game averaging 118 points per game over their last five games. Minnesota has used pace to its advantage this season, averaging 101.3 possessions per game, which is the 6th most in the league. This up-tempo style has made up for a three-point field goal percentage of 35.3% (19th). In terms of getting to the free-throw line, the Timberwolves are 13th in the NBA in attempts while connecting at a rate of 77.0%.
Defensively, the Timberwolves come into the game with a field goal percentage allowed of 46.1% (10th). Overall, Minnesota's defense is giving up an average of 113.3 points per game, ranking 19th in the NBA. Despite their struggles on the defensive glass, ranking 15th in defensive rebounds per game, they are forcing turnovers at a high clip, averaging 15.3 per game, which puts them at 3rd in the league.
Utah Jazz - NBA Betting Analysis
The Jazz enter today's game having lost two straight, including a 124-111 loss to the Mavericks. Jordan Clarkson led the team in scoring with 26 points on 36.8% shooting. Going into the game, Utah was a 9.5-point favorite, adding an ATS loss to their resume.
Now, the Jazz's overall record sits at 27-28, placing them 10th in the Western Conference. The team's current record at home is 18-11 and 9-17 on the road. For the season, the Jazz are 29-24 vs. the spread but have failed to cover in 2 straight games.
The Jazz enter as one of the top-scoring offenses in the league, with 117.5 points per game through 55 games (5th). Over their last five games, they have averaged 116 points per contest. The Jazz have struggled this season when stepping out beyond the arc, making only 35.3% of their three-point attempts, which is 19th in the league. Their overall field goal percentage currently stands at 49.1% (4th). Additionally, the team's pace of play is slower than the league average, at 99.8 possessions per game.
Utah's defense will take the court ranked 19th in the league at 113.3 points per game. Despite their struggles on the defensive glass, ranking 34.9 in defensive rebounds per contest and generating turnovers at a below-average rate of 14.7 per game, the unit has managed to maintain league-average numbers. So far, opponents have shot 46.1% from the field and 34.9% from beyond the arc.
Today's NBA Betting Pick - Timberwolves vs. Jazz
The Jazz currently have a leg up in this year's series against the Timberwolves. Across three games, the Jazz have a record of 2-1. The previous time these teams faced off resulted in both a straight up and ATS win for the Jazz. Going into the game, Utah was the 8.0-point underdog. The over/under line for this matchup was set at 226.5 points.
In the Timberwolves' previous five games as the favorite, they have a straight-up record of 3-2 while going 3-2 against the spread. Across the last three road games, they are 1-2 ATS and 1-2 straight up. Their previous ten games have an over/under mark of 3-6-1 with an average of 234 points per contest.
Across Utah's last five games at home, they have an ATS mark of 3-2 while going 2-3 straight-up. As the favorite, the Jazz are 1-2 straight up on an average scoring differential of -3 points per game. This has led to an ATS mark of 1-2. Their previous ten games have ended in an average of 238 points per game and an over/under mark of 5-5.
Recommended ATS Betting Pick: MIN +5.5
Recommended OU Betting Pick: Under 236.5
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