Chicago Bulls (23-27) vs Minnesota Timberwolves (35-15)
Game Info: Tuesday, February 6, 2024 at 8:00 pm (United Center)
Betting Odds: Chicago Bulls +4.5 -- Over/Under: 216.5 Click Here for the Latest Odds
The Minnesota Timberwolves look for a win after winning 5 of their last 7 games. The Chicago Bulls look for a win after splitting their last 10 games. Let’s preview this game and give out a Minnesota Timberwolves vs Chicago Bulls prediction.
Minnesota Timberwolves Betting Preview
The Minnesota Timberwolves recently beat the Mavericks and Rockets while losing to the Magic. The Minnesota Timberwolves are averaging 112.9 points on 48.9 percent shooting and allowing 106.7 points on 44.7 percent shooting. Anthony Edwards is averaging 25.6 points and 5.1 rebounds, while Karl-Anthony Towns is averaging 22.5 points and 3 assists. Rudy Gobert is the third double-digit scorer and Naz Reid is grabbing 4.6 rebounds. The Minnesota Timberwolves are shooting 39 percent from beyond the arc and 77.8 percent from the free throw line. The Minnesota Timberwolves are allowing 35.1 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 43.9 rebounds per game.
Chicago Bulls Betting Preview
The Chicago Bulls recently lost to the Raptors and Kings, while beating the Hornets. The Chicago Bulls are averaging 111.1 points on 46.5 percent shooting and allowing 112.6 points on 47 percent shooting. DeMar DeRozan is averaging 22 points and 4.1 rebounds, while Zach LaVine is averaging 19.5 points and 3.9 assists. Coby White is the third double-digit scorer and Nikola Vucevic is grabbing 10.6 rebounds. The Chicago Bulls are shooting 35.6 percent from beyond the arc and 78.8 percent from the free throw line. The Chicago Bulls are allowing 36.6 percent shooting from deep and are grabbing 43.3 rebounds per game.
Chicago Bulls Player Facts
- Nikola Vucevic ranks 8th amongst qualified players for rebounds per game (10.6) this season.
- DeMar DeRozan ranks 7th amongst qualified Forwards for assists per game (5.4) this season.
Minnesota Timberwolves Player Facts
- Rudy Gobert ranks 2nd amongst qualified players for rebounds per game (12.5) this season.
- Mike Conley ranks 2nd amongst qualified players for assist:turnover ratio (5.9) this season.
Matchup/League Facts
- The Bulls ranks 30th in the league for pace this season (96.4).
- The Bulls rank 29th in the league for opponent three-point field goals made per game this season (14.2).
- The Timberwolves rank 1st in the league for opponent points per game this season (106.7).
- The Timberwolves rank 1st in the league for opponent rebounds per game this season (40.3).
Minnesota Timberwolves vs Chicago Bulls prediction
The Chicago Bulls have fallen into this inconsistent funk where you're just never sure which team is going to show up, and they remain banged up. Not only is LaVine out for the year, but White is dealing with an ankle issue and Caruso is questionable. The Minnesota Timberwolves are one of the healthier teams in the league, and their defense should be able to bottle up a Bulls' offense that's not great to begin with. The line is more than reasonable. Give me the Minnesota Timberwolves in a comfortable road victory.
Randy’s Pick Minnesota Timberwolves -4.5
AUTHOR: Randy Chambers
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