Los Angeles Clippers vs Minnesota Timberwolves Matchup

Check out our free Clippers vs Timberwolves prediction for this NBA matchup in Minneapolis. See who we like to win and cover the spread in this regular season NBA matchup.

  • The Clippers have a road matchup with Minnesota at 20-15.
  • Defensively, Los Angeles are giving up 107.9 points per game.
  • The Clippers are coming off a 131-105 win vs. the Timberwolves.
  • The Timberwolves welcome the Clippers with a 17-17 record.
  • Defensively, Minnesota are giving up 108.0 points per game.
  • The Timberwolves are looking to bounce back from a loss to the Clippers.

Clippers vs Timberwolves Prediction

At 8:00 ET, the Minnesota Timberwolves (-148) will host the Los Angeles Clippers (+125) in a Western Conference matchup. The Timberwolves are favored by 3 points and have lost three straight games. The over/under line is set at 214.5 points.

This game will be played at the Target Center in Minneapolis and can be seen on FDSN. The Clippers are 20-15 on the season and currently sit 7th in the Western Conference. The Timberwolves are 17-17 and are 10th in the West.

Clippers vs. Timberwolves Matchup At A Glance

  • Sport: NBA
  • Teams: Los Angeles Clippers at Minnesota Timberwolves
  • Where: Minneapolis at Target Center
  • Date: Monday, January 6th
  • Betting Odds MIN -3, LAC +125 | MIN -148 O/U 214.5

Clippers Preview: Taking a Look at the Clippers Chances in Minneapolis

The Clippers improved to 20-15 this season with a 131-105 win over the Hawks on Saturday. Playing at home, they were favored by 7.5 points and covered the spread, while the total score of 236 points went over the line of 229.5.

LA took control early with a 16-0 run, stretching the score from 15-14 to 31-14. They dominated the 2nd quarter, outscoring Atlanta 45-26, and entered the 4th quarter with a 98-76 lead, eventually closing out the game by winning the final period 33-29.

The Clippers shot 55.2% from the field in their 131-105 win over the Hawks, with Norman Powell leading the way, scoring 20 points and hitting 4 threes at a 40% clip. Ivica Zubac was dominant inside, shooting 81.8% and grabbing 18 rebounds to go with his 18 points.

Amir Coffey added 17 points, with 12 coming in the 2nd quarter. Powell also had 10 points in the 2nd, while Kevin Porter scored 7 of his 15 points in the period. Porter added 8 more points in the 4th quarter.

The Clippers put together a strong defensive performance against the Hawks, giving up just 105 points in their win. They held Atlanta to 28 points in the 1st quarter, 26 in the 2nd, and just 22 in the 3rd before allowing 29 in the 4th. The Hawks shot 43% from the field.

From beyond the arc, the Clippers allowed 16 threes on 34% shooting. They sent the Hawks to the line 17 times, with Atlanta making 13 free throws. The Clippers grabbed 41 defensive rebounds, gave up 8 offensive boards, and recorded 15 steals.

Timberwolves Preview: Will the Timberwolves Pull Through as the Favored Home Team?

The Clippers improved to 20-15 on the season with a dominant 131-105 win over the Hawks on Saturday. Playing at home, Los Angeles was favored by 7.5 points and covered the spread, while the game’s total of 236 points went over the pre-game line of 229.5.

A 16-0 run early in the game helped the Clippers take control, as they extended the score from 15-14 to 31-14. They then outscored the Hawks 45-26 in the 2nd quarter, and with a 98-76 lead heading into the 4th, they closed things out by winning the final quarter 33-29.

Anthony Edwards was the standout performer for the Timberwolves in their 119-105 loss to the Pistons, knocking down 10 threes at a 66.7% rate and finishing with 53 points, 6 rebounds, and 2 assists. Edwards shot 51.6% from the field, and his 18-point effort in the 3rd quarter was a highlight. Julius Randle added 17 points, with 13 coming in the 3rd.

As a team, the Timberwolves made 16 threes, shooting 40% from beyond the arc, but their overall field goal percentage was just 42.5%. Edwards' performance from deep was a bright spot, but he was the only player to reach double figures in made threes.

Defensively, the Timberwolves struggled in the 1st and 3rd quarters, giving up 33 and 41 points, respectively, in their 119-105 loss to the Pistons. They tightened up in the 2nd and 4th quarters, allowing just 22 and 23 points. Overall, Minnesota allowed Detroit to shoot 48% from the field.

The Timberwolves did a solid job defending the three, holding the Pistons to 34% shooting and 13 made threes. They also sent Detroit to the line 20 times, where the Pistons made 16 free throws. Minnesota finished with 7 steals and 4 blocks.

Clippers vs Timberwolves Betting Odds, Trends & Analysis

  • When looking at their past ten road matchups, Los Angeles has an ATS record of 4-6 while averaging 103 per game. The team went 4-6 overall in these games.
  • In their last five games at home, the Timberwolves have a straight up record of 2-3 while going 2-3 vs. the spread. The team averaged 106 points per game in this stretch.
  • Spanning across their last three games as the betting underdog, the Clippers have gone 1-2 vs the spread. Their overall record in these games was 1-2.
  • Spanning across their last ten games as the betting favorite, the Timberwolves have gone 5-5 vs the spread. Their overall record in these games was 6-4.

Clippers vs Timberwolves Prediction

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