The Minnesota Timberwolves are set to play the New Orleans Pelicans on Thursday night at the Smoothie King Center in New Orleans. Minnesota enters with a three-game winning streak, while New Orleans is hoping to break a four-game losing streak. Can the Pelicans secure a win and end their slump? Check out my prediction for Timberwolves vs. Pelicans below.
Our Timberwolves vs Pelicans Pick
- Pick: Minnesota Timberwolves -11.5
- Confidence: ★★★★☆
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Game Snapshot
- Matchup: Minnesota Timberwolves @ New Orleans Pelicans
- Date & Time: Thursday, December 4, 2025, 8:00 PM ET
- Venue: Smoothie King Center, New Orleans, Louisiana
- Broadcast: NBA League Pass
Timberwolves vs Pelicans Odds
| Spread | Moneyline | Total (O/U) |
|---|---|---|
| MIN -11.5 | MIN -575 / NOP +425 | 233.5 |
Key Storylines
- Minnesota riding high: The Timberwolves are 13-8 this season, winning three straight games. They recently defeated New Orleans 149–142 in overtime and aim for a clearer victory in the second game of their short series.
- New Orleans still struggling: Holding a 3-19 record, the Pelicans face injuries and lineup challenges. Zion Williamson is out with a right adductor strain, further hampering their offense. New Orleans has lost four straight games leading up to Thursday.
- Mismatch on paper and in practice: The Pelicans hold the NBA’s second-worst defensive rating this season and rank in the bottom 5 in offensive rating. Minnesota’s depth poses a significant challenge for New Orleans, with the main question being if the Timberwolves can cover the spread.
Head-to-Head & Betting Trends
- This is the second game this season between the Pelicans and Timberwolves. Minnesota won the first matchup in overtime on December 2.
- Minnesota is 8-13 against the spread this
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