The Brooklyn Nets will visit the Minnesota Timberwolves at the Target Center on Friday, April 11, 2025. The game will start at 9:00 PM. The Timberwolves have a record of 47-33, while the Nets are at 26-54.
In their recent games, the Nets have had mixed results. They lost to the Atlanta Hawks by 24 points, scoring 109 points with a field goal percentage of 40.0%. Before that, they won against the New Orleans Pelicans by 5 points, with a field goal percentage of 49.4%. They also faced a loss against the Toronto Raptors by 11 points.
The Timberwolves have shown strong performances recently. They won against the Memphis Grizzlies by 16 points, scoring 141 points with a field goal percentage of 55.2%. They faced a loss against the Milwaukee Bucks by 7 points, but earlier secured a win against the Philadelphia 76ers by 5 points. Anthony Edwards has been a key player, scoring 44 points in their latest win.
Timberwolves Preview
The Minnesota Timberwolves have a record of 47-33. They are ranked 8th in the Western Conference and 3rd in the Northwest Division. At home, they have won 23 games and lost 16. Their recent form shows 7 wins in the last 10 games.
Chris Finch is the head coach of the Timberwolves. The team has been strong on defense, allowing 109.5 points per game. They rank 6th in points allowed and 9th in field goal percentage allowed. Their effective field goal percentage allowed is 53.3, which is 6th in the league.
Offensively, the Timberwolves score 114.2 points per game. They rank 15th in points per game and 10th in effective field goal percentage. The team is strong from beyond the arc, making 15.1 three-pointers per game, ranking 5th in the league.
Anthony Edwards is a key player for the Timberwolves. He averages 27.6 points per game, ranking 2nd in the league. Julius Randle and Rudy Gobert also contribute significantly. Randle averages 18.8 points and 7.1 rebounds, while Gobert averages 11.6 points and 10.8 rebounds.
Nets Preview
The Brooklyn Nets have had a challenging season. Their overall record stands at 26-54. At home, they have managed to win 12 games and lost 28. In their last 10 games, they have won 3 and lost 7.
In recent games, the Nets faced the Atlanta Hawks and lost by 24 points. They scored 109 points with a field goal percentage of 40.0%. Tosan Evbuomwan was a standout player, scoring 18 points with 6 rebounds and 3 assists.
Against the New Orleans Pelicans, the Nets secured a win by 5 points. They scored 119 points with a field goal percentage of 49.4%. Trendon Watford led the team with 22 points and 5 assists. Nicolas Claxton also contributed with 13 points and 4 rebounds.
On the season, the Nets rank 29th in points per game with 105.3. They attempt 86.2 field goals per game, ranking 27th. Defensively, they allow 112.2 points per game, which is 10th best. They are strong in blocking shots, ranking 5th in the league.
Statistical Breakdown for Timberwolves vs Nets
The Timberwolves’ defense could play a big role in this game. They allow only 109.5 points per game, ranking 6th in the league. The Nets struggle offensively, scoring just 105.3 points per game, which is 29th. The Timberwolves’ strong three-point shooting may also be a factor, as they rank 5th in three-pointers made per game. Meanwhile, the Nets rank 25th in three-point percentage allowed.
- Minnesota Timberwolves Points Per Game: 114.2 (15th)
- Minnesota Timberwolves Points Per Game Allowed: 109.5 (6th)
- Minnesota Timberwolves Three Pointers Made Per Game: 15.1 (5th)
- Brooklyn Nets Points Per Game: 105.3 (29th)
- Brooklyn Nets Points Per Game Allowed: 112.2 (10th)
- Brooklyn Nets Three Point Percentage Allowed: 36.1 (15th)
Betting Insights
The Brooklyn Nets and Minnesota Timberwolves have different trends in their ATS and Over/Under records. The Nets have a balanced ATS record but struggle at home, while the Timberwolves show a slight edge overall. Both teams have distinct patterns in their Over/Under results, with the Nets leaning towards unders and the Timberwolves towards overs. Here are the top five betting trends to consider for this game:
- The Nets have a road ATS record of 15-10-0, showing better performance away from home.
- The Timberwolves have a strong underdog ATS record of 12-7-0.
- The Nets are on a 3-game over streak, indicating recent high-scoring games.
- The Timberwolves have more total overs (44) than unders (35), suggesting higher scoring games.
- The Nets’ average combined score (217.38) is slightly below their average Over/Under line (218.02).
Free Betting Prediction for Timberwolves vs Nets
The Minnesota Timberwolves are favored in this game. Their strong defense and effective three-point shooting give them an edge. The Timberwolves’ ability to limit opponents to 109.5 points per game will challenge the Nets, who rank low in scoring.
The Brooklyn Nets have struggled this season. Their offense ranks near the bottom of the league. While they have shown some improvement in recent games, their road performance will be tested against the Timberwolves’ defense.
Given the Timberwolves’ recent form and the Nets’ struggles, Minnesota is likely to win. The Timberwolves’ ability to score and defend should help them cover the spread. The game may also lean towards the over, considering both teams’ recent trends.
- Our Free Prediction: Timberwolves -18.5
