Golden State Warriors vs Minnesota Timberwolves Prediction, Preview and Odds - 03/24/2024

by Rod Pearson

Saturday, Mar 23, 2024
Game Time: 7:00 pm ET, Sunday, March 24, 2024
Venue:  Target Center, Minneapolis, MN
Where to Watch:  BSN


Opening Odds at USA Sportsbooks

DraftKings:  Point Spread:  Warriors +4, Timberwolves -4; Over/Under:  219 points
Bet365:  Point Spread:  Warriors +4, Timberwolves -4; Over/Under:  219 points
BetMGM:  Point Spread:  Warriors +4, Timberwolves -4; Over/Under:  219 points

Season Record

Golden State Warriors:  36-33 (5th place, Pacific Division)
Minnesota Timberwolves:  48-22 (3rd place, Northwest Division)

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Golden State Warriors:  4-6 last 10
Minnesota Timberwolves:  6-4 last 10


Golden State Warriors vs Minnesota Timberwolves Preview and Analysis


The Warriors are entering this game with a 36-33 record overall and they are 18-14 in their road games this season where they will be in this game. They are entering this game off a loss against the Indiana Pacers in their last game. Stephen Curry led the team in points in that game with 25 while Klay Thompson was next on the team with 17 points. Draymond Green led the team in assists in that game with 6 while Stephen Curry led the team in rebounds with 11. They were 40.6% from the field, 29.2% from 3-point range, and 68.8% from the free throw line with their shots in that game. Their offense is averaging 118.5 PPG and their defense is allowing their opponents to average 116.9 PPG against them. The Warriors have an ATS record of 37-31-1 this season and their O/U record is 35-34.



The Timberwolves are entering this game with a 48-22 record overall and they are 24-9 in their home games this season where they will be in this game. They are entering this game off a win against the Cleveland Cavaliers in their last game. Mike Conley Jr. led the team in points in that game with 21 while Naz Reid was next on the team with 18 points. Mike Conley Jr. led the team in assists in that game with 6 while Rudy Gobert led the team in rebounds with 14. They were 48.8% from the field, 51.9% from 3-point range, and 50% from the free throw line with their shots in that game. Their offense is averaging 113.1 PPG and their defense is allowing their opponents to average 106.5 PPG against them. The Timberwolves have an ATS record of 36-32-2 this season and their O/U record is 34-35-1.


Warriors vs Timberwolves Prediction

The current betting odds have the Timberwolves listed as a 4 point favorite in this game according to Draftkings Sportsbook. The Timberwolves have looked really good in their games this season with their 48-22 record overall which has them right near the top of the West with one of the best records in the entire NBA. They have looked great on their home court too with their 24-9 home record. Meanwhile, the Warriors haven't looked great in their games this season with their 36-33 record overall which barely has them in a play-in spot for the playoffs in the West right now. They haven't looked great in their road games either with their 18-14 road record, but they have been a better team in those games this season. The Warriors are coming off a loss to the Pacers in their last one and they haven't looked good in their games lately either, going 4-6 in their last 10 games. The Timberwolves have been the much hotter team coming into this one with their 6-4 record in their last 10 games and they are going to have some momentum too from a win against the Cavs in their last one. The Timberwolves have also been a lot more consistent this season as they are one of the best in the West right now and they won't be stopped on their home court by this Warriors team that has been struggling lately. The best way to place a bet here is on the Timberwolves to cover the spread in this game.

Warriors Timberwolves Prediction:  Our NBA Pick for Sunday, March 24, 2024 (7:00 pm ET start time) is Timberwolves 129 Warriors 117.
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NBA Betting Trends


Golden State Warriors: 8-3 ATS as an underdog of 3.5 to 9.5 points. 22-10 ATS in road games. 8-4 ATS off an upset loss as a favorite. 9-4 OVER as a road underdog of 6 points or less. 23-9 OVER after a game where they failed to cover the spread. 12-6 OVER off a home loss.

Minnesota Timberwolves: 1-6 ATS as a home favorite of 6 points or less. 17-32 ATS after successfully covering the spread in 5 or more consecutive games. 3-6 ATS after scoring 105 points or less. 27-16 OVER when the total is 210 to 219.5. 8-4 OVER after a combined score of 205 points or less.

Key Injuries


Golden State Warriors:  None.

Minnesota Timberwolves:  K. Towns (C) Mid April - Knee. J. Clark (SG) Out indefinitely - Achilles.


Notable Quotes


“They just pushed the ball down our throats and got out in transition. I thought they were the more physical team as well.” - Steve Kerr after his team’s loss against the Warriors in their game on Friday.


“J-Mac is playing otherworldly right now.” - Chris Finch after his team’s win against the Cavaliers in their game on Friday.


Starting Lineups


Golden State Warriors
PG Stephen Curry
SG Brandin Podziemski
SF Andrew Wiggins
PF Jonathan Kuminga
C Draymond Green

Minnesota Timberwolves
PG Mike Conley
SG Anthony Edwards
SF Jaden McDaniels
PF Kyle Anderson
C Rudy Gobert

Statistical Leaders


Golden State Warriors
PPG: S. Curry (26.8)
APG: C. Paul (7)
Reb/G: D. Green (7.3)

Minnesota Timberwolves
PPG: A. Edwards (26.5)
APG: M. Conley (6)
Reb/G: R. Gobert (12.9)

Coaches:
Golden State Warriors: Steve Kerr (10th season)
Minnesota Timberwolves: Chris Finch (4th season)



Rod Pearson

About the Author:

Rod Pearson has been a rabid sports fan his entire life.  He grew up in Ontario, and was skilled in both hockey and baseball, and pitched in an elite baseball league for many years.  In 2022, Rod decided to hang up his glove, so that he could write about the sports he loves -- but from a gambling perspective.  Join Rod every day as he breaks down the games to find the best betting value.

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