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Minnesota Timberwolves vs Los Angeles Lakers is another intriguing NBA regular season preview matchup that basketball fans around the world will watching these days. The teams are working out the last details and rearranging their rosters, while the stars are attempting to get ready without injuries in order to leave behind an increasingly hard preseason free of complications.
The Lakers, one of the most traditional teams and owners of a rich history of success, got off to a bad start in the first few games, but have tried to get back on track, while the Wolves have been surprisingly solid in the games they have played.
Therefore, to be aware of everything that this high-flying duel may bring, at JefeBet we bring you our predictions and analysis of this Timberwolves vs Lakers match, complete with the betting odds available in the market.
Predictions and Betting Preview for the Timberwolves vs Lakers NBA Preseason Game on October 12, 2022
- Where: Crypto.com Arena, Los Angeles, CA
- When: Wednesday, October 12, 2022, 10 PM E.T.
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Betting on Minnesota Timberwolves
- Preseason record: 3-0
- Spread: -11
- Moneyline: -560
- Over/Under: 219
Minnesota is undefeated in this matchup with the Lakers, whom they already defeated a few days ago by 15 points (114-99). Before and after, the Wolves also celebrated victories, against Miami Heat (121-111) and Los Angeles Clippers (119-117).
In the latter, Naz Reid stood out by scoring 20 points, while Karl-Anthony Towns scored 19. Reid also contributed 11 rebounds and two assists, making him the man of the game.
Meanwhile, Towns continues to establish himself as one of the most offensively dynamic big men in league history. Both players are the most dangerous weapons available to the Chris Finch-led team so far, until Rudy Gobert is fully incorporated into the starting five.
Betting on the Los Angeles Lakers
- Preseason record: 1-3
- Spread: +11
- Moneyline: +425
- Over/Under: 219
The Los Angeles Lakers got a break in the preseason thanks to the victory over the Golden State Warriors, which defused the crisis in which they had been immersed since the beginning of the NBA championship, in which they had chained three consecutive defeats, some of them crushing, such as the one suffered at the hands of the Sacramento Kings (by 30 points).
Anthony Davis was the most important player, shooting 50 percent from the field and scoring 28 points. Neither LeBron James nor Russell Westbrook took part in the game. The other highlight was shooting guard Matt Ryan, who contributed 6 three-pointers and earned the admiration of everyone, including LeBron himself, who called for a contract for him already. Ryan arrived on a pre-contract from the Boston Celtics, but it looks like the Lakers star’s request will come true.
JefeBet Prediction
The Los Angeles Lakers are still going through a process that doesn’t appear to be easy and that will take some time. Instead, Minnesota appears to be more confident and has dealt with any setbacks far more quickly. In that sense, a Wolves win is more than likely, although it will not be by a sizeable lead.
Prediction: Minnesota Timberwolves win 108-102.
