The Minnesota Timberwolves (39-16) welcome the Milwaukee Bucks (35-21) to Target Center Friday. Tip is set for 10 p.m. ET (ESPN). Let’s analyze FanDuel Sportsbook’s'lines around the Bucks vs. Timberwolves odds and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.
Season series: Timberwolves lead 1-0.
The Bucks lost to the Timberwolves at home 129-105 on Feb. 8, failing to cover as a 2.5-point underdog. They are 2-5 against the spread (ATS) and 2-5 straight up over their last 7 games. Milwaukee is coming off a 113-110 loss on the road to the Memphis Grizzlies on Feb. 15, failing to cover as a 14-point favorite. It is 21-34-1 ATS on the season.
The Timberwolves beat the Portland Trail Blazers in back-to-back games prior to the All-Star break. They won both by double figures with the 2nd game ending 128-91 with Minnesota covering as a 9.5-point favorite. The T-wolves have won and covered their last 4 games, all on the road. Minnesota is 30-25 ATS on the season.