San Antonio Spurs vs Minnesota Timberwolves Prediction & Betting Tips - NBA

Prediction published on 27/01/2024, 06:30  by Devesh Jaganath | Modified on 27/01/2024 at 12:30 in NBA Prediction

The Minnesota Timberwolves visit the AT&T Center to face the San Antonio Spurs in the NBA on Saturday night. The hosts are 9-36 and bottom of the Western Conference, while the visitors are 32-13 and currently in second place in the Conference standings. 

The Minnesota Timberwolves have been in excellent form, winning six of their last eight games and aiming for a third consecutive victory after narrowly defeating the Nets with a 96-94 road win on Thursday. Karl-Anthony Towns led the team with an impressive performance of 27 points, 10 rebounds, and three assists on 12-of-15 shooting, while Anthony Edwards added 24 points. Minnesota scores an average of 113.1 points per game (ranking 21st), which is 10.0 points fewer than the typical allowance by the Spurs. However, the Timberwolves excel defensively, surrendering just 107.5 points per game, making them the best in the league in this regard. Notably, their defensive strength is more prominent in home games, where they concede an average of 103.7 points, compared to road games, where opponents score an average of 110.8 points. Jaylen Clark is listed as doubtful for the upcoming match.

Meanwhile, the San Antonio Spurs have been struggling, losing six of their last eight games, but secured a crucial 116-100 victory against the Trail Blazers in their most recent outing. Jeremy Sochan led the team with an impressive 31 points and 14 rebounds, while Victor Wembenyama added 23 points, 12 rebounds, and four assists. San Antonio scores an average of 112.8 points per game (ranking 23rd), which is 5.3 points more than Minnesota typically concedes. Notably, at home, the Spurs score 116.1 points per game, which is 6.1 points more than their road average of 110.0. Defensively, the Spurs allow 122.1 points per game, ranking 26th in the league. However, key players Charles Bassey, Sidy Cissoko, and Tre Jones are doubtful for the upcoming match.