Minnesota has found its rhythm over the past month, winning nine of its last 11 games and picking up confidence‑boosting victories over Oklahoma City and Milwaukee. Even so, this version of the Timberwolves leans heavily on Anthony Edwards, who is carrying the offense with elite scoring and strong perimeter shooting.
New York arrives in even better form, dropping only two of its last 14 games and showing improved depth under Mike Brown. With Jalen Brunson delivering his best scoring season and strong support from Karl‑Anthony Towns and Mikal Bridges, the Knicks enter this matchup with momentum and balance.
Anthony Edwards has taken on an even larger offensive burden this season, and his production reflects it. He’s averaging 28.3 points per game while shooting an impressive 40.4% from three, making him the clear focal point of Minnesota’s attack.
With the roster around him slightly weaker than last year and veterans like Rudy Gobert and Mike Conley offering less scoring support, Edwards is consistently required to carry the offense. Given his role, efficiency, and the team’s reliance on him in competitive games, 25+ points is a highly realistic threshold.
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Minnesota comes into this matchup playing with renewed confidence, winning nine of its last 11 games and collecting meaningful victories over contenders like Oklahoma City and Milwaukee. Even with a thinner roster than last season, the Timberwolves continue to rely on Anthony Edwards’ elite scoring and improved perimeter shooting to set the tone.
New York has also been in excellent form, dropping only two of its last 14 games and benefiting from a deeper bench and Jalen Brunson’s explosive scoring. However, the Knicks still face questions about whether their supporting cast can consistently match Minnesota’s physicality and defensive presence.
With Edwards carrying a heavy but efficient offensive load and the Timberwolves showing strong resilience in close games, Minnesota holds a slight edge in what should be a tightly contested matchup.
| Market | New York Knicks | Minnesota Timberwolves |
|---|---|---|
| Money Line | +225 | -285 |
| Spread | +7.5 (-110) | -7.5 (-110) |
| Total | O 227.5 (-115) | O 227.5 (-105) |
Here are the over/under and best player bets for the Minnesota Timberwolves, and the New York Knicks, according to FanDuel.
Minnesota Timberwolves Over/Under Odds
| Over/Under Bets | Over | Under |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota Timberwolves Total Points 117.5 | -110 | -110 |
| Anthony Edwards Points 28.5 | -106 | -125 |
Minnesota Timberwolves Best Player Bets
New York Knicks Over/Under Odds
New York Knicks Best Player Bets
The odds given above are sourced from FanDuel. Use FanDuel to ace your betting game across all sports.
Minnesota enters as the clear favorite, listed at –260 on FanDuel and –285 on BetMGM, reflecting their strong recent form and home performance.
New York is priced as the underdog at +215 on FanDuel and +225 on BetMGM, offering higher payout potential for bettors seeking value.
Minnesota has won nine of its last 11 games and continues to lean on Anthony Edwards’ elite scoring, giving them a slight edge at home.
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