The Chicago Bulls play host to the Minnesota Timberwolves at the United Center on Monday night. Here’s a Bulls vs Timberwolves Prediction. This article will include a Bulls vs Timberwolves Pick.
Minnesota Timberwolves Betting Preview
The Minnesota Timberwolves have been in great shape as they’ve won 10 of their last 14 games overall, but they will be hoping to avoid a third straight defeat after getting trampled by the Nets in a 123-107 loss on Saturday. Anthony Edwards led the team with 28 points on 10 of 22 shooting, Jaden McDaniels added 16 points on seven of 11 shooting while Julius Randle and Naz Reid each scored 13 points. As a team, the Timberwolves shot 45 percent from the field and 13 of 31 from the 3-point line as they poured in 63 points in the first half to take the early lead. But they lost their focus for a moment and got smashed by 61-44 in the second half as no one other than Edwards could get going on offense.
Chicago Bulls Betting Preview
Meanwhile, the Chicago Bulls have been on a tear as they’ve won six of their last eight games overall. They will be eager to bounce back in this one after having their five-game win streak snapped by the Bucks in a 112-103 on Saturday. Coby White and Nikola Vucevic each scored 16 points, Josh Giddey tallied 13 points with nine assists while Ayo Dosunmu chipped in with 11 points off the bench. As a team, the Bulls shot 42 percent from the field and 13 of 38 from the 3-point line as they really fought hard to stay within striking distance of the Bucks. However, they could never get on a roll, with no player scoring more than 16 points.
Why the Chicago Bulls will win
- The underdogs have won each of the Bulls’ last seven games.
- The Timberwolves have lost each of their last three games as road favorites against Central Division opponents.
- The underdogs have covered the spread in each of the Bulls’ last seven games.
- The Timberwolves have failed to cover the spread in eight of their last nine games against teams that held a losing record.
Why the Minnesota Timberwolves will win
- The Timberwolves have won each of their last seven road games against Eastern Conference opponents that held a losing record.
- The Bulls have lost nine of their last 10 home games against Western Conference opponents following a loss.
- The Bulls have failed to cover the spread in each of their last four games against Western Conference opponents.
- The Timberwolves have covered the spread in each of their last four games following a home loss.
Total Points Facts
- Each of the Bulls’ last eight home games have gone UNDER the total points line.
- Each of the Timberwolves’ last eight games at United Center have gone OVER the total points line.
Chicago Bulls Player Facts
- Tre Jones is one of only nine players in the league to have recorded 10+ assists without a turnover in a game this season.
- Matas Buzelis rank T11th in the league for total steals + blocks (70) this season.
Minnesota Timberwolves Player Facts
- Rudy Gobert ranks 1st amongst qualified players for FG% (71.4%) this season.
- Donte DiVincenzo has recorded eight games with 4+ assists and zero turnovers this season – most of any player in the league.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Bulls are one of only two teams to record multiple wins when trailing by a margin of 10+ points through Q3 this season.
- The Bulls rank 2nd in the league for pace this season (102.6).
- The Timberwolves rank 1st in the league for H2 win percentage this season (75.0%).
- The Timberwolves have used only four different starting fives this season – fewest in the league.
Bulls vs Timberwolves Prediction
The Timberwolves are still missing Terrence Shannon Jr, while the Bulls have ruled out Zach Collins, with Josh Giddey listed as probable. The Timberwolves are coming into this contest fresh off a bad loss to the Nets for their second straight loss. Meanwhile, the Bulls have come to life with six wins from their last eight games after beating the Bucks in their last outing. The Timberwolves open as favorites, but the Bulls have been on a roll, so I am taking them with the points in a game they could win outright.