The Minnesota Timberwolves (16-16) battle the Boston Celtics (22-10) at TD Garden Friday. Tip is set for 7:30 p.m. ET.'Below, we analyze Tipico Sportsbook’s lines around the Timberwolves vs. Celtics odds, and make our expert NBA picks and predictions.
The Celtics lost 117-112 to the Indiana Pacers Wednesday, failing to cover as 9.5-point home favorites. Boston managed to make it a game despite entering the half down 28. The Celtics are 11-5 straight up at home. They are 17-14-1 against the spread (ATS) this season but are 0-5-1 ATS over their last 6 games. Boston sits 2nd in the NBA with 118.0 points per game.
The Timberwolves are just 13-19 ATS this season. Compared to 9-8 straight up at home, their 7-8 road record is better than expected. Minnesota lost 104-99 to the Dallas Mavericks at home Wednesday, failing to cover as 2.5-point underdogs. The Wolves are 3-1 ATS over their last 4 games.
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