Nuggets vs. Timberwolves predictions, odds and Top Picks – Saturday, November 1, 2024

The Denver Nuggets (2-2) will travel to Minnesota to face the Timberwolves (2-2) on Saturday, November 1. This Western Conference showdown will start at 9:30 PM ET on ESPN.

The Denver Nuggets enter this game on the back of a thrilling win over the Brooklyn Nets. Meanwhile, the Wolves suffered a narrow defeat against the Dallas Mavericks in their last encounter.

Notably, both teams will be facing each other for the first time since the Timberwolves eliminated the Nuggets from the 2024 NBA Playoffs.

Here is a closer look at our Nuggets vs Timberwolves predictions.

Nuggets vs. Timberwolves odds and betting lines

• Moneyline: Nuggets (+150) vs Timberwolves (-175)
• Spread: Nuggets +4.5 (-115) vs Timberwolves -4.5 (-105)
• Over/Under (O/U):  220.5 (O: -105) vs 220.5 (U: -115)

Where to watch Nuggets vs. Timberwolves?

This Western Conference showdown will be aired on ESPN and tip-off is expected at 9:30 PM ET.

• When: Saturday, November 1, 2024
• Game time: 9:30 PM ET
• TV: ESPN
• Where: Minneapolis, Minnesota
• Arena: Target Center
• Live stream: Watch this game Fubo
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Nuggets vs. Timberwolves Prediction

• Over/Under Total Points: Set at 220.5, the under has a slight edge based on recent game stats. Nuggets have an average of 213.40 points in the previous 10 games. Meanwhile, the Timberwolves have an average of 216.50 points in the last 10 games.

Nuggets vs. Timberwolves Preview

Denver Nuggets

After kickstarting their NBA season with two back-to-back defeats, Nikola Jokic and Co. made a comeback to win their next two games. They registered their first win of the season against Raptors followed by a home win against Clippers.

Nikola Jokic has been the star for the Nuggets in all four games, averaging 31.5 points, 12 rebounds and 9 assists.

His 29 points, 18 rebounds, and 16 assists in the Denver Nuggets’ 144-139 overtime win over the Brooklyn Nets put him on a unique list. Jokic became the only player after Oscar Robertson to reach that stat line.

Projected starting lineup: Christian Braun, Michael Porter Jr., Nikola Jokic, Jamal Murray, Aaron Gordan

Minnesota Timberwolves

The Minnesota Timberwolves also enter the game at 2-2. Julius Randle and Anthony Edwards have formed a good partnership but the team will be expecting more from them to claim a win against a strong Nuggets team.

Wolves’ recent defeat against the Mavericks exposed their fragile defense – a weakness they can’t afford to carry against the Nuggets, a team that has been thriving offensively.

Projected starting lineup: Jaden McDaniels, Anthony Edwards, Mike Conley, Rudy Gobert, Julius Randle

Who’s Expected to Win?

The matchup between these two sides has produced thrillers in the past. When it comes to head-to-head in the last 10 games, the Timberwolves and Nuggets are neck on neck with 5 wins each.

Which Team Has More Wins?

Both teams come in with a 2-2 record.

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