The'Minnesota Timberwolves (30-29) and Dallas Mavericks (31-27) meet Monday at American Airlines Center. Tip-off is scheduled for 8:30 p.m. ET.'Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Timberwolves vs. Mavericks odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.
The Timberwolves failed to cover the spread as 6.5-point underdogs Friday in a 128-107 loss at the Memphis Grizzlies. G'Jaylen Nowell scored a team-high 21 points for the Timberwolves, who have won 6 of their last 10. Minnesota is 6-0 against the spread (ATS) in its last 6 games after failing to cover in its previous contest.
The Mavericks failed to cover as 1-point favorites Saturday in a 133-128 overtime loss at the Sacramento Kings. G Kyrie Irving finished with 28 points as Dallas’ 3-game win streak came to an end. The Mavericks are 7-1 ATS in their last 8 home games after a road trip of 7 or more days.
This is their 3rd meeting this season. Minnesota covered as a 6-point home underdog in a 116-106 win Dec. 19 and Dallas covered as a 2.5-point road favorite with a 104-99 win Dec. 21.