- Get expert betting predictions and analysis for Warriors vs. Timberwolves.
- Minnesota is -5000 to win this Round 2 matchup.
- The Timberwolves are 10.5-point favorites in Wednesday’s Game 5.
The Minnesota Timberwolves can punch their ticket to a second straight Western Conference finals when they host the Golden State Warriors at 9:30 p.m. ET on Wednesday at the Target Center on TNT.
The Timberwolves took a 3-1 lead with Monday’s 117-110 win over the Warriors. Minnesota will want to finish the job as a double-digit favorite in Game 5, as Stephen Curry could return after a few days off ahead of Game 6.
Here’s a look at the latest NBA betting lines for the Warriors vs. Timberwolves and my prediction ahead of Wednesday’s Game 5:
Warriors vs. Timberwolves Odds: Game 5
- Warriors spread: +10.5
- Timberwolves spread: -10.5
- Total: 202.5
Warriors vs. Timberwolves Round 2 Odds
According to the latest NBA betting lines, the Timberwolves are -5000 to win their Round 2 matchup for an implied probability of 98.04%. Golden State was +155 entering this round, marking the first time the team was a series underdog before Game 1 since 2014.
Warriors series price: +1600
Timberwolves series price: -5000
Warriors vs. Timberwolves Prediction: Game 5 Best Bet
According to the updated NBA betting market, I’m taking under 32.5 points and assists (-110) for Golden State forward Jimmy Butler as my best bet for Game 5 of this Warriors vs. Timberwolves series.
After giving Game 3 everything he had (33 points, seven assists, seven rebounds), Butler disappeared in Game 4. He scored 14 points on nine shots, finishing with six rebounds and three assists.
I cashed the under on 6.5 assists for Butler last time out, but there was room to fade him even more. Considering the markets haven’t adjusted, I’ll take that opportunity in Game 5.
Butler has averaged 21 points and 5.5 assists per game in this series. He’s only cleared this mark once in four games.
The Wolves might roll in this game, opening the door for the Warriors to wave the white flag. I like betting against Butler in this spot.
Game 5 prediction: Jimmy Butler under 32.5 points and assists (-110)
Warriors vs. Timberwolves Series Schedule
| Game | Date | Time (ET) | TV |
|---|---|---|---|
| Game 1 | Tuesday, May 6 | 9:30 p.m. | TNT |
| Game 2 | Thursday, May 8 | 8:30 p.m. | TNT |
| Game 3 | Saturday, May 10 | 8:30 p.m. | ABC |
| Game 4 | Monday, May 12 | 10 p.m. | ESPN |
| Game 5 | Wednesday, May 14 | 9:30 p.m. | TNT |
| Game 6 | Sunday, May 18 | TBD | TBD |
| Game 7 | Tuesday, May 20 | 8:30 p.m. | ESPN |
Warriors vs. Timberwolves Series History
| Date | Home | Result | ATS | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 12 | GS | MIN 117, GS 110 | MIN -4.5 | Over 201.5 |
| May 10 | GS | MIN 102, GS 97 | MIN -4.5 | Under 202 |
| May 8 | MIN | MIN 117, GS 93 | MIN -11 | Over 202 |
| May 6 | MIN | GS 99, MIN 88 | GS +6 | Under 210 |
| Jan. 15 | MIN | GS 116, MIN 115 | GS +7 | Over 217 |
| Dec. 21 | MIN | GS 113, MIN 103 | GS +4 | Under 218 |
| Dec. 8 | GS | GS 114, MIN 106 | GS -1.5 | Over 216 |
| Dec. 6 | GS | MIN 107, GS 90 | MIN -1.5 | Under 220 |
When Was the Last Time the Warriors Reached the Conference Finals?
The Warriors last reached the conference finals during their championship run in 2022. On their path to a title, they defeated the Denver Nuggets, Memphis Grizzlies, Dallas Mavericks, and Boston Celtics.
When Was the Last Time the Timberwolves Reached the Conference Finals?
The Timberwolves made the conference finals in 2024, losing to the Dallas Mavericks in five games. It marked the team’s first WCF trip since 2004.
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