Timberwolves vs. Pelicans Prediction and Odds - November 18, 2023

The New Orleans Pelicans and Minnesota Timberwolves will lock horns in NBA action at Smoothie King Center on Saturday, with tipoff at 7:00PM ET.

Dimers' comprehensive betting preview for Saturday's Timberwolves vs. Pelicans game includes the latest betting odds, as well as our predictions and best bets.

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Who Will Win: Timberwolves vs. Pelicans

Based on high-tech computer power and data, Dimers.com has simulated the outcome of Saturday's Timberwolves-Pelicans NBA game 10,000 times.

Dimers' famous predictive analytics model, DimersBOT, currently gives the Timberwolves a 72% chance of beating the Pelicans.

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Timberwolves vs. Pelicans Odds

We have researched the best betting odds in America for this game, which are listed here:

Bet Type	Timberwolves	Pelicans
Spread	-7.5 (-105)	+7.5 (-110)
Moneyline	-290	+240
Total	o220 (-110)	u220 (-110)

Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.

The Pelicans are currently +7.5 underdogs versus the Timberwolves, with -110 at FanDuel Sportsbook the best odds currently available.

For the favored Timberwolves (-7.5) to cover the spread, BetMGM has the best odds currently on the market at -105.

FanDuel Sportsbook currently has the best moneyline odds for the Pelicans at +240. That means you can throw down $100 to profit $240, earning a total payout of $340, if they win.

Meanwhile, DraftKings Sportsbook currently has the best moneyline odds for the Timberwolves at -290, where you can risk $290 to win $100, for a total payout of $390, if they come out on top.

The Over/Under for total points scored is set at 220 with DraftKings Sportsbook, which currently has the best odds for the Over at -110, as well as the best odds for the Under at -110.

According to DimersBOT, the Pelicans (+7.5) have a 53% chance of covering the spread, while the Over/Under total of 220 points has a 51% chance of going Under.

As always, check out the sportsbooks you can bet with in your state for the best NBA odds and lines.

Best Bets: Timberwolves vs. Pelicans

By comparing our predictions to the odds listed above, we have found the best bets to place on this game:

• Spread: Pelicans +7.5 @ -110 via FanDuel Sportsbook (53% probability)
• Moneyline: Pelicans @ +240 via FanDuel Sportsbook
• Total: Under 220 @ -110 via DraftKings Sportsbook (51% probability)

Our NBA best bets are based on detailed simulations and gambling expertise to serve you the best possible plays every day of the year.

While the Timberwolves are more likely to win the game, according to DimersBOT, betting on the Pelicans moneyline is the best option because of the edge found when comparing our data-led probabilities to the betting odds currently available.

Taking advantage of the edges seen here at Dimers is crucial to achieving long-term profitability as a bettor.

Timberwolves vs. Pelicans Prediction

Dimers.com's predicted final score for Minnesota vs. New Orleans at Smoothie King Center on Saturday has the Timberwolves prevailing 112-106.

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Timberwolves vs. Pelicans Player Props

NBA player props are a common way to wager on Timberwolves vs. Pelicans without necessarily betting on the outcome of the game itself.

DimersBOT uses the best information available to project how each team's leading players will perform at Smoothie King Center.

Anthony Edwards is expected to lead the way for the Timberwolves with 26 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists, while Brandon Ingram is projected to have 25 points, 6 rebounds and 5 assists for the Pelicans.

Timberwolves Projected Box Score

Our model's projected player stats for the Timberwolves in Saturday's game:

Player	Points	Rebounds	Assists
Anthony Edwards	26	6	5
Karl-Anthony Towns	22	9	6
Rudy Gobert	14	13	3
Mike Conley	14	3	5
Naz Reid	13	5	2

Pelicans Projected Box Score

Projected points, rebounds and assists for the Pelicans on Saturday:

Player	Points	Rebounds	Assists
Brandon Ingram	25	6	5
Jonas Valanciunas	17	11	3
Jordan Hawkins	13	4	2
Herbert Jones	10	5	2
Matt Ryan	10	2	1

For more help with your NBA prop betting, check out the best NBA trends for today's games.

Remember, DimersBOT updates often, so check this article for any changes to our betting analysis ahead of Timberwolves vs. Pelicans on Saturday November 18, 2023.

Timberwolves vs. Pelicans Preview

Saturday's game between the Pelicans and Timberwolves at Smoothie King Center is scheduled to begin at 7:00PM ET.

• Who: Minnesota Timberwolves vs. New Orleans Pelicans
• Date: Saturday November 18, 2023
• Time: 7:00PM ET / 4:00PM PT
• Venue: Smoothie King Center

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Conclusion

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