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The Boston Celtics (35-35) are underdogs (+3.5) as they attempt to end a four-game losing streak when they visit the Minnesota Timberwolves (22-48) at 2:00 PM ET on Saturday, May 15, 2021 at Target Center. The matchup airs on BSN. The point total in the matchup is 229.5.
BetMGM NBA Betting Odds
| Favorite | Spread | Favorite Spread Odds | Underdog Spread Odds | Total | Over Total Odds | Under Total Odds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Timberwolves | -3.5 | -110 | -110 | 229.5 | -110 | -110 |
Point Total Insights
- Minnesota and its opponents have gone over Saturday's 229.5 total in 35 out of 70 games (50%) this year.
- In 41.4% of Boston's games this season (29 of 70), the total points scored was higher than Saturday's 229.5-point over/under.
- The over/under for the game of 229.5 is 4.9 points more than the combined points per game averages for the Timberwolves (111.8 points per game) and the Celtics (112.8 points per game).
- The 228.9 points per game these two teams allow their opponents to score on average this season are 0.6 fewer than the 229.5 total in this contest.
- The Timberwolves have seen a 229.4 average over/under in their games this season, 0.1 points fewer than the over/under in this matchup.
- The over/under for this matchup is 5.3 points more than the average over/under in Celtics' games this season (224.2 points).
Timberwolves Betting Data
- Minnesota has failed to beat the spread more often than not this year, going 33-34.
- The Timberwolves have fared well as a 3.5-point favorite, going 7-5 against the spread when favored by at least 3.5 points.
- Minnesota has covered the over/under less than half of the time, in 32 of 67 games (47.8%).
Timberwolves Key Players
- The Timberwolves points and rebounds leader is Karl-Anthony Towns. He contributes 24.8 points per game and pulls down 10.5 rebounds.
- Ricky Rubio paces the team with 6.4 assists per game.
- Malik Beasley is the top three-point shooter for the Timberwolves, knocking down 3.5 per game.
- Minnesota's blocks leader is Towns, who collects 1.2 per game. Rubio leads the team averaging 1.5 steals a contest.
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Timberwolves Last 10 Games
| Date | Opponent | Result | Favored | Played As | Spread | Total | Timberwolves Moneyline | Opponent Moneyline | Game Type | Covered | Over/Under |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/13/2021 | Nuggets | 114-103 DEN | No | Home | +7.5 | 233.5 | 350 | -450 | Regular Season | No | Under |
| 5/11/2021 | Pistons | 119-100 MIN | Yes | Away | -14.5 | 214.5 | -1600 | 900 | Regular Season | Yes | Over |
| 5/9/2021 | Magic | 128-96 MIN | Yes | Away | -27.5 | 231.5 | -10000 | 3300 | Regular Season | Yes | Under |
| 5/7/2021 | Heat | 121-112 MIA | No | Away | +9.5 | 225.5 | 525 | -750 | Regular Season | Yes | Over |
| 5/5/2021 | Grizzlies | 139-135 MEM | No | Home | +9.5 | 258.5 | 475 | -650 | Regular Season | Yes | Over |
| Overall Record | ATS Record | O/U/P | AVG Total | AVG Pts Scored | AVG Pts Allowed | AVG Reb. Margin | 3Pt % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 6-4 | 7-3 | 5-5-0 | 231 | 117.9 | 113.1 | +2.5 | 35.3% |
Timberwolves Injuries
Timberwolves: Jarrett Culver: Out For Season (Ankle), Malik Beasley: Out (Hamstring)
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Celtics Betting Data
- Boston has covered the spread in fewer than half of its contests, going 32-35 ATS.
- The Celtics have fared well as a 3.5-point underdog, going 13-11 against the spread when they are at least 3.5-point underdogs.
- Boston has combined with its opponents to hit the over in 56.7% of matchups this season (38 out of 67 opportunities).
Celtics Key Players
- Jayson Tatum is the top scorer for the Celtics with 26.4 points per game. He also tacks on 7.3 rebounds and 4.3 assists per game to his scoring output.
- Tristan Thompson has a stat line of 8.1 rebounds, 7.6 points and 1.2 assists per game for Boston to take the top rebound spot on the team. Marcus Smart has the top spot for assists with 5.7 per game, adding 13.1 points and 3.5 rebounds per contest.
- Kemba Walker is the top shooter from deep for the Celtics, hitting 3.0 threes per game.
- Boston's leader in steals is Smart (1.5 per game), and its leader in blocks is Robert Williams III (1.8 per game).
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Celtics Last 10 Games
| Date | Opponent | Result | Favored | Played As | Spread | Total | Celtics Moneyline | Opponent Moneyline | Game Type | Covered | Over/Under |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5/12/2021 | Cavaliers | 102-94 CLE | Yes | Away | -3.5 | 192.5 | -185 | 150 | Regular Season | No | Over |
| 5/11/2021 | Heat | 129-121 MIA | Yes | Home | -7.5 | 256.5 | - | - | Regular Season | No | Under |
| 5/9/2021 | Heat | 130-124 MIA | No | Home | +8.5 | 240.5 | 1350 | -5000 | Regular Season | Yes | Over |
| 5/7/2021 | Bulls | 121-99 CHI | No | Away | +13.5 | 222.5 | 1500 | -5000 | Regular Season | No | Under |
| 5/5/2021 | Magic | 132-96 BOS | Yes | Away | -25.5 | 217.5 | -10000 | 2200 | Regular Season | Yes | Over |
| Overall Record | ATS Record | O/U/P | AVG Total | AVG Pts Scored | AVG Pts Allowed | AVG Reb. Margin | 3Pt % |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3-7 | 4-6 | 7-3-0 | 237.3 | 117.1 | 120.2 | -0.4 | 43.5% |
Celtics Injuries
Celtics: Kemba Walker: Out (Neck), Jaylen Brown: Out For Season (Wrist), Tristan Thompson: Out (Pectoral), Jayson Tatum: Day To Day (Ankle), Marcus Smart: Out (Calf), Robert Williams III: Out (Foot), Evan Fournier: Day To Day (Knee)
