Minnesota Timberwolves

NBA Player Props

The matchup against Minnesota is a challenging one for 3-point shots; when the Timberwolves are playing at home, the other team's starting SGs have totaled the least three-point shots per game in the league this year (1.3). The Cleveland Cavaliers are expected to suffer a reduction in plays today from facing the 2nd-least up-tempo pace-of-play home offense in the NBA over the last 10 games (the Timberwolves). The Cavaliers have been the 8th-worst offensive rebounding offense in the NBA this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore reduce additional chances for scoring and assists). Donovan Mitchell is expected to suffer a drop-off in effectiveness in all facets of the game due to being on the road in this game.

Jarrett Allen has made 7.3 field goals per game over the last 10 games, 1.6 more than he's sunk over the course of the year. The Cleveland Cavaliers check in as the highest scoring offense in the league over the last 10 games. The Cavaliers have played at the 2nd-speediest tempo in the league over the last 5 games when playing away from home. Jarrett Allen has attempted 5.4 foul shots per game over the last 5 games, 1.9 higher than he's attempted over the course of the season.

This year, the opposing team's starting PGs have averaged 41.4% on 3-pointers (2nd-best in the NBA) against the Cleveland Cavaliers, resulting in a positive matchup. The Minnesota Timberwolves are expected to see an increase in possessions in this game from facing the 2nd-most up-tempo pace-of-play road offense in the NBA over the last 5 games (the Cavaliers). Offensive rebounds continue possession and generate bonus opportunities for scoring and assists, and the Minnesota Timberwolves rank 5th-best in in the league while on their home court with 13.8 offensive boards per game over the last 5 games. Mike Conley is expected to see a spike in effectiveness for all stats considering enjoying the home court advantage in this matchup.

Rudy Gobert has made 85.8% of his shots from the field over the last 5 games, 19.8% higher than he's put through the hoop overall this season. Among all players in the NBA, Rudy Gobert rates in the 90th percentile for playing time, compiling a massive 33.4 minutes per game this year. The Minnesota Timberwolves are expected to see an increase in possessions in this game from facing the 2nd-most up-tempo pace-of-play road offense in the NBA over the last 5 games (the Cavaliers). Offensive rebounds continue possession and generate bonus opportunities for scoring and assists, and the Minnesota Timberwolves rank 5th-best in in the league while on their home court with 13.8 offensive boards per game over the last 5 games. Rudy Gobert will receive the benefit of the home court advantage in this contest. Playing at home tends to improve stat production for all stats.

This year, the other team's starting PFs have logged 14.5 points per game (lowest in the league) vs. the Timberwolves, resulting in a hard matchup for offensive effectiveness. The Cleveland Cavaliers are expected to suffer a reduction in plays today from facing the 2nd-least up-tempo pace-of-play home offense in the NBA over the last 10 games (the Timberwolves). The Cavaliers have been the 8th-worst offensive rebounding offense in the NBA this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore reduce additional chances for scoring and assists). This year when they are on the road, the opposition's starting PFs have attempted 3.1 free throws per game (9th-fewest in the NBA) against the Minnesota Timberwolves, struggling to get to the charity stripe. Evan Mobley will not have the home court advantage in this contest. Playing on the road generally reduces stat production in all facets of the game.

The matchup against the Timberwolves is a challenging one for shots from the field; opposing starting PGs have posted the lowest field goal percentage in the league this year (39.8%). The Cleveland Cavaliers are expected to suffer a reduction in plays today from facing the 2nd-least up-tempo pace-of-play home offense in the NBA over the last 10 games (the Timberwolves). The Cavaliers have been the 8th-worst offensive rebounding offense in the NBA this year (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them can therefore reduce additional chances for scoring and assists). The matchup vs. the Timberwolves may be a tough one for getting to the charity stripe; opposing starting PGs have attempted just 3.3 foul shots per game over the last 15 games (5th-least in the NBA). Darius Garland ought to experience a decrease in efficiency across the board in light of playing on the visting team in this contest.

Anthony Edwards has tallied 29.8 points per game over the last 10 games, 3.7 more than he's tallied overall this year. Anthony Edwards has made a whopping 4.3 threes per game this season, quite a bit higher than his 2.5 mark last season. Anthony Edwards has tallied 36.5 minutes per game this year, seeing the court more than most players in the league: 98th percentile. The Minnesota Timberwolves are expected to see an increase in possessions in this game from facing the 2nd-most up-tempo pace-of-play road offense in the NBA over the last 5 games (the Cavaliers). Offensive rebounds continue possession and generate bonus opportunities for scoring and assists, and the Minnesota Timberwolves rank 5th-best in in the league while on their home court with 13.8 offensive boards per game over the last 5 games.

Jaden McDaniels has made 64.3% of his field goals over the last 5 games at home, 15.4% more than he's converted overall this year at home. Jaden McDaniels has successfully made 58.3% of his three-pointers over the last 5 games at home, 15.9% higher than he's made from beyond the arc overall this year while on his home court. Jaden McDaniels has been on the court for 30.4 minutes per game while playing at home this year, ranking him in the 78th percentile -- putting him among the most-utilized players in the league. The Minnesota Timberwolves are expected to see an increase in possessions in this game from facing the 2nd-most up-tempo pace-of-play road offense in the NBA over the last 5 games (the Cavaliers). Offensive rebounds continue possession and generate bonus opportunities for scoring and assists, and the Minnesota Timberwolves rank 5th-best in in the league while on their home court with 13.8 offensive boards per game over the last 5 games.

When it comes to scoring, the Minnesota Timberwolves's subpar 108.1 points per game comes in as the 5th-weakest in the league over the last 25 games. The Minnesota Timberwolves have played at the 2nd-most sluggish pace in the NBA over the last 10 games while playing at home.

Julius Randle has tallied 19.2 points per game this year, placing him among the best players in the NBA in this category: 88th percentile. Julius Randle has averaged 32.2 minutes per game while playing at home this year, ranking in the 86th percentile -- putting him among the most-utilized players in the league. The Minnesota Timberwolves are expected to see an increase in possessions in this game from facing the 2nd-most up-tempo pace-of-play road offense in the NBA over the last 5 games (the Cavaliers). Offensive rebounds continue possession and generate bonus opportunities for scoring and assists, and the Minnesota Timberwolves rank 5th-best in in the league while on their home court with 13.8 offensive boards per game over the last 5 games. The matchup vs. the Cleveland Cavaliers may be a strong one for getting to the charity stripe; the other team's starting PFs have attempted a massive 4.8 foul shots per game over the last 5 games (7th-most in the NBA).

Dean Wade has sunk 48.4% of his field goals over the last 15 games, 6.0% higher than he's made in all games this year. The Cleveland Cavaliers check in as the highest scoring offense in the league over the last 10 games. The Cavaliers have played at the 2nd-speediest tempo in the league over the last 5 games when playing away from home. Dean Wade has sunk 100.0% of his free throws over the last 10 games, 52.4% higher than he's sunk overall this year.