The New Orleans Pelicans (26-55) and Minnesota Timberwolves (48-33) will face off in the NBA tonight. Tipoff is set for 8:30 p.m. ET from the Target Center in Minneapolis, Minnesota. The game will broadcast live on FDSN.
The Timberwolves are 6.5-point favorites over the Pelicans on the spread (Timberwolves -6.5), with the over/under set at 236.5 total points. Minnesota is a -258 favorite to win outright on the moneyline, while New Orleans is +210 to pull off the upset.
Let's get into my Pelicans vs. Timberwolves predictions and NBA picks for Sunday, April 12.
Pelicans vs Timberwolves Prediction, Pick
- Pelicans vs Timberwolves pick: Pelicans +6.5
My Timberwolves vs. Pelicans best bet is on New Orleans to cover the spread. Make sure to find the best odds by checking our live NBA odds page.
Pelicans vs Timberwolves Odds
| Pelicans Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
+6.5 -110 | 236.5 -108o / -112u | +210 |
| Timberwolves Odds | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Total | Moneyline |
-6.5 -110 | 236.5 -108o / -112u | -258 |
Pelicans vs Timberwolves NBA Preview
The Pelicans come into this game with a 26-55 record and are just 9-31 on the road, sitting outside the Play-In picture. They've been eliminated from contention, and while they are still capable of scoring plenty of points (115.4 PPG), their defense has been a major issue, allowing close to 120 per game.
Even so, the Pelicans have been solid from a betting angle lately. They hold a 45-36 ATS record, often keeping games closer than expected despite their overall struggles.
The Timberwolves, meanwhile, are 48-33 on the season and 25-15 at home, sitting sixth in the West. They continue to rely on a strong defensive identity under Chris Finch.
Anthony Edwards has been the standout, averaging nearly 29 points per game and leading the offense. Although, he's been banged up lately.
With Minnesota's balance on both ends and home advantage, the Timberwolves come in as the clear favorites in this matchup. However our model sees value in taking the road underdogs.
Pelicans vs Timberwolves Predictions, Betting Analysis
Our Bet Labs system titled "Visitor Recent Dogs – Losing Streak" system fits perfectly here.
The Pelicans represent the classic "bad team" that the market has bottomed out on, while the Timberwolves are the "good team" that plays well and reached the playoffs.
The Timberwolves have been a paradox, struggling to cover high expectations with a 36-45 ATS record — while the Pelicans have been surprisingly resilient. We'll take the points with New Orleans tonight.
Pick: Pelicans +6.5 (-110)
