Download App
The Minnesota Timberwolves (6-8) and the Orlando Magic (4-10) will square off at Amway Center in a matchup on Wednesday, November 16, 2022 at 7:00 PM ET on BSF. The Timberwolves are 6.5-point favorites in the game. The over/under for the contest is set at 222.5.
Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Orlando Magic Odds
Point Spread
The spread for this matchup is set at 6.5 points, with bookmakers listing the Timberwolves as the favorites.
Moneyline
As for the moneyline, the Timberwolves have -253 odds to pick up the win, while the Magic are listed at +206 to claim victory.
Over/Under
Finally, the over/under for the game is set at 222.5 points.
Timberwolves vs. Magic Game Time and How to Watch
- Game Day: Wednesday, November 16, 2022
- Game Time: 7:00 PM ET
- TV Channel: BSF
- Location: Orlando, Florida
- Arena: Amway Center
Timberwolves vs. Magic Betting Trends
The Timberwolves have played 14 games, with five wins against the spread. Minnesota has won in five of the 10 contests it has been named as the odds-on favorite in this year. Timberwolves games this year have hit the over 35.7% of the time (five out of 14 games with a set point total).
The Magic are 6-7-1 against the spread this season. Orlando has won four of the 13 games it was the underdog on the moneyline this season (30.8%). Magic games this year have hit the over on seven of 14 set point totals (50%).
Potential Starting Lineups and Key Players
Timberwolves
| Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Karl-Anthony Towns | 14 | 21.3 | 9.3 | 5.2 | 0.6 | 0.6 | 2.1 |
| Anthony Edwards | 14 | 20.9 | 5.6 | 3.7 | 1.1 | 0.2 | 2.4 |
| D’Angelo Russell | 14 | 14.4 | 3.4 | 6.2 | 1.2 | 0.6 | 1.9 |
| Rudy Gobert | 12 | 14 | 12.9 | 1 | 0.7 | 1.6 | 0 |
| Jaden McDaniels | 14 | 11.2 | 3.4 | 1.1 | 1.2 | 1.3 | 0.9 |
Magic
| Name | GP | PTS | REB | ASST | STL | BLK | 3PM |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Paolo Banchero | 11 | 23.5 | 8.3 | 3.6 | 0.7 | 0.9 | 1 |
| Franz Wagner | 14 | 18.6 | 4.1 | 4.4 | 0.8 | 0.3 | 0.9 |
| Wendell Carter Jr. | 14 | 16.3 | 9.2 | 3.1 | 0.6 | 0.6 | 1.2 |
| Cole Anthony | 4 | 15.5 | 4.5 | 4.3 | 0.8 | 0.8 | 1.8 |
| Jalen Suggs | 9 | 11.8 | 3 | 5.1 | 1.7 | 0.4 | 1.1 |
Timberwolves vs. Magic Injury Report
Timberwolves: Eric Paschall: Out (Ankle)
Magic: Paolo Banchero: Questionable (Ankle), Wendell Carter: Questionable (Foot), Cole Anthony: Out (Oblique), Moritz Wagner: Out (Ankle), Jonathan Isaac: Out (Hamstring), Markelle Fultz: Out (Toe), Gary Harris: Out (Knee)
What you need to know about the Minnesota Timberwolves
Minnesota is averaging 114.3 points per game (12th-ranked in NBA) this season, while ceding 116.2 points per contest (22nd-ranked). Offensively the Timberwolves have fared better at home this year, scoring 116.3 points per game, compared to 110.6 per game when playing on the road.
Minnesota is making 11.2 treys per game (21st-ranked in league). It has a 33.5% shooting percentage (24th-ranked) from downtown. The Timberwolves have taken 61.9% two-pointers and 38.1% from beyond the arc this season. Of the team’s buckets, 73.5% are two-pointers and 26.5% are threes.
What you need to know about the Orlando Magic
Orlando scores 110 points per game and allow 112.4, ranking them 21st in the league offensively and 14th defensively. At home the Magic are scoring 115.8 points per game, 13.5 more than they are averaging on the road (102.3).
Orlando is the third-worst squad in the NBA in 3-pointers made (10.3 per game) and 21st in 3-point percentage (34.3%). The Magic take 64.3% percent of their shots from inside the 3-point line, and 35.7% percent from beyond it. In terms of makes, 74.3% of the Magic’s buckets are 2-pointers, and 25.7% are 3-pointers.
Timberwolves vs. Magic Predictions and Pick
Our prediction to win this contest is the Magic, and we predict that Magic will cover the spread (Timberwolves -6.5). Finally, we see the scoring in this one going over the posted total of 222.5 points.
How to bet Timberwolves vs. Magic
You can bet on Timberwolves vs. Magic at every legal online sportsbook. For more NBA odds, including moneylines, spreads, over/under totals as well as NBA prop odds, check out the latest NBA lines as well as our guide to the best NBA betting sites.
And if you wanted to check out how much you could win on a $10 bet if you parlayed today’s Timberwolves vs. Magic picks, don’t forget to check out our free parlay calculator.
Not sure what a parlay is? Or even how to bet on basketball? Check out our complete guide to sports betting.