The New Orleans Pelicans (12-11) welcome the Minnesota Timberwolves (17-4) to Smoothie King Center Monday. Tip is set for 8 p.m. ET. Let’s analyze'FanDuel Sportsbook’s'lines around the Timberwolves vs. Pelicans odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.
Season series: Timberwolves lead 1-0
The Pelicans lost on a neutral court in the In-Season Tournament to Los Angeles Lakers Thursday 133-89 as a 2-point underdog. They are 2-3 against the spread (ATS) over their last 5 games and 13-9-1 ATS on the season. The Pelicans are 9-3 ATS at home. New Orleans is led by F Brandon Ingram, who is averaging 23 points per game (PPG) this season.
The Timberwolves are on a 6-game winning streak and beat the Memphis Grizzlies 127-103 on the road Friday, covering as a 5.5-point favorite. Minnesota is 12-9 ATS on the season and 4-6 ATS on the road. It has covered 4 of its last 6. The Timberwolves are led by G Anthony Edwards, who is averaging 24.4 PPG.