The Timberwolves will host the Lakers at 8:10p.m. ET on Friday night. The Timberwolves are listed as 8.5-point favorites and the total is sitting at 213 points, what is the smart bet from Minnesota? Keep reading for our Lakers vs. Timberwolves prediction.
Game Matchup & Betting Odds
505 LA Lakers (+8.5) at 506 Minnesota Timberwolves (-8.5); o/u 213
7:40 p.m. ET, December 12, 2024
Target Center, Minneapolis, MN
Lakers vs. Timberwolves Public Betting Information
Our NBA Public Betting Information page indicates that 51% of public bettors are currently backing the Lakers when it comes to the spread. This information is subject to change throughout the day, however, so be sure to check the link so you’re receiving the most up-to-date public betting data.
LA Lakers DFS SPIN
The Lakers improved to 13-11 beating the Trail Blazers by 9-points on December 6th. Lebron James is out for Friday’s contest.
Minnesota Timberwolves DFS SPIN
The T-Wolves dropped to 12-11 losing to Warriors by eight points on Sunday. Joe Ingles is out for Friday’s contest against the Lakers with a calf injury.
Lakers vs. Timberwolves Prediction:
Take the Lakers. I know Lebron is out, but this feels like too many points. AD and the supporting cast should be able to do enough to hang around in this one. Give me Lakers getting the points.
NBA BETTING PREDICTION: Lakers +8.5