- A rematch from the 2024 Western Conference finals is on the Tuesday NBA schedule as the Mavericks visit the Timberwolves
- Minnesota is a 5.5-point home favorite against Luka Doncic and Dallas
- See the Mavericks vs Timberwolves predictions, player props, and best odds on Oct. 29
After falling in five games in last year’s Western Conference final, the Minnesota Timberwolves (2-1, 1-0 home, 1-2 ATS) look for a measure of revenge against the Dallas Mavericks (2-1, 0-1 away, 1-2 ATS) on Tuesday night at the Target Center in Minneapolis (6:40 pm CT/7:40 pm ET). The T-wolves, who went 30-11 at home last season and cruised in their home-opener on Saturday (112-101 vs Toronto), are listed as 4.5 to 5.5-point favorites, depending on the sportsbook.
Mavericks vs Timberwolves Predictions
- Timberwolves -4.5 (-115) at BetMGM
- Julius Randle over 21.5 points (-110) at DraftKings
Sascha Paruk’s 2024-25 NBA betting record: 7-4 (+2.98 units). All wagers 1 unit unless stated otherwise.
The early returns on the Karl-Anthony Towns-for-Julius Randle deal are positive for the Wolves. After a relatively quiet 16-point night in the season-opener – Randle’s first game since January 2024 – the former Knick led Minnesota in scoring in each of the last two games, both wins. Randle dropped 33 points on 12-of-17 shooting in a 117-15 win at the Kings on Thursday, and followed that up with 24 points on 9-of-16 shooting in a 112-101 victory over the Raptors in Minny’s home-opener on Saturday.
The Mavericks played at the seventh-fastest pace last year (100.6) and had just the 18th-best Defensive Rating. While the addition of longtime Warrior Klay Thompson should certainly help with the team’s three-point shooting (which was ), Dallas really didn’t do anything to improve at the defensive end of the floor in the offseason.
Minnesota ran away with a pair of home victories against Dallas in the regular season last year (118-110 on Dec. 28 and 121-87 on Jan. 31) before losing all three home games in the West finals) and went 3-1 overall against the Mavs in the 2023-24 regular season, averaging 116.5 PPG, well above their 113.0 PPG average for the season as a whole.
With Dallas coming off a 110-102 win over Utah last night, a game in which Kyrie Irving, Luka Doncic, and PJ Washington all played 33 minutes or more, I expect Minnesota to maintain its regular-season dominance over the Mavs on Tuesday night.
DAL vs MIN Player Props
| Player | Points | Rebounds | Assists | Three-Pointers Made |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anthony Edwards (MIN) | 26.5 (Ov -120 | Un -110) | 5.5 (Ov -145 | Un +114) | 5.5 (Ov -125 | Un -105) | 3.5 (Ov -110 | Un -120) |
| Daniel Gafford (DAL) | 7.5 (Ov -130 | Un -100) | 5.5 (Ov -135 | Un +105) | OFF | OFF |
| Jaden McDaniels (MIN) | 9.5 (Ov -115 | Un -115) | 2.5 (Ov -154 | Un +120) | OFF | 1.5 (Ov +154 | Un -200) |
| Julius Randle (MIN) | 21.5 (Ov -110 | Un -120) | 7.5 (Ov -110 | Un -120) | 4.5 (Ov -125 | Un -105) | 1.5 (Ov -105 | Un -125) |
| Klay Thompson (DAL) | 15,5 (Ov -115 | Un -115) | 2.5 (Ov -130 | Un -100) | OFF | 3.5 (Ov -110 | Un -120) |
| Kyrie Irving (DAL) | 21.5 (Ov -110 | Un -120) | 3.5 (Ov -130 | Un -100) | 4.5 (Ov -105 | Un -125) | 2.5 (Ov +124 | Un -160) |
| Luka Doncic (DAL) | 29.5 (Ov -115 | Un -115) | 8.5 (Ov +105 | Un -135) | 8.5 (Ov -110 | Un -120) | 3.5 (Ov +120 | Un -154) |
| Mike Conley (MIN) | 8.5 (Ov -130 | Un -100) | 2.5 (Ov -100 | Un -130) | 4.5 (Ov -135 | Un +105) | 1.5 (Ov -125 | Un -105) |
| PJ Washington (DAL) | 9.5 (Ov -120 | Un -110) | 5.5 (Ov -110 | Un -120) | OFF | 1.5 (Ov +110 | Un -140) |
| Rudy Gobert (MIN) | 11.5 (Ov -135 | Un +105) | 12.5 (Ov -105 | Un -125) | OFF | OFF |
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Doncic, who’s averaging 27.7 PPG in the early going this season, has a game-high point total of 29.5 on Tuesday. Doncic had 40 in a 114-102 loss to the Suns on Saturday but has stayed under in both of Dallas’ wins: 15 points in a 110-102 victory over San Antonio on Thursday, and 28 points in a 120-109 win over Utah last night.
Anthony Edwards (26.5 O/U) has the highest total on the Minnesota side. ANT is averaging 27.7 PPG through three games after posting a career-high 25.9 PPG last year.
Doncic is currently the +385 favorite in the NBA MVP odds, while Edwards is the fifth-favorite at +1040 on average.
Best Mavericks vs Timberwolves Odds
| Team | Spread | Moneyline | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dallas Mavericks | +5.5 (-120) at ESPN Bet | +165 BetMGM | Over 221.5 (-105) at BetMGM |
| Minnesota Timberwolves | -4.5 (-115) at BetMGM | -180 at FanDuel | Under 222.0 (-110) at bet365 |
As mentioned at the top, there is a one-point range in the Mavericks vs Timberwolves spread in Tuesday’s NBA odds. ESPN Bet is currently the best option for Dallas backers, listing the Mavericks +5.5 at -120, while BetMGM has the best odds for Minnesota bettors, pricing the Timberwolves -4.5 at -115.
Counterintuitively, BetMGM also has the longest moneyline odds on Dallas to win straight-up at +165. FanDuel has the best moneyline price for the T-wolves at -180.
There is only a half-point range in the game total. The best over price as of noon ET is O 221.5 (-115) at BetMGM. The best under price is U 222.0 (-110) at bet365.
Tuesday’s NBA public betting splits show Minnesota getting 72% of moneyline handle, but Dallas getting 68% of ATS handle as medium-sized road underdogs. A massive 84% of game-total handle is currently on the over.
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The Dallas Mavericks will face off against the Minnesota Timberwolves on October 29th in what is expected to be an exciting matchup between two talented teams. As we look ahead to this game, let’s take a closer look at some predictions, player props, and the best odds for this highly anticipated contest.
Predictions:
The Mavericks are coming off a strong start to the season, with a record of 3-1. Led by superstar Luka Doncic, the Mavericks have been playing well on both ends of the court. The Timberwolves, on the other hand, have struggled out of the gate with a record of 1-3. Despite their slow start, the Timberwolves have a talented roster with players like Karl-Anthony Towns and Anthony Edwards who are capable of putting up big numbers.
In terms of predictions for this game, the Mavericks are favored to come out on top. With their strong offense and solid defense, the Mavericks should be able to control the pace of the game and come away with a victory.
Player Props:
When it comes to player props for this game, keep an eye on Luka Doncic for the Mavericks. Doncic has been playing at an MVP level so far this season and is capable of putting up big numbers in points, assists, and rebounds. Look for Doncic to have a big game against the Timberwolves and potentially put up a triple-double.
For the Timberwolves, Karl-Anthony Towns is always a player to watch. Towns is a dominant force in the paint and can score in a variety of ways. Look for Towns to have a big game on the boards and potentially lead the Timberwolves in scoring.
Best Odds:
When it comes to betting on this game, the Mavericks are currently favored to win by a significant margin. The best odds for this game can be found on various sports betting websites, so be sure to shop around and find the best value for your bets.
Overall, the Mavericks vs Timberwolves game on October 29th is shaping up to be an exciting matchup between two talented teams. With strong predictions for the Mavericks, key player props to watch, and the best odds available, this game is sure to be one to watch for basketball fans and bettors alike.