Minnesota Timberwolves vs. New York Knicks Free Prediction 02/22/19

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The Minnesota Timberwolves (27-30) head to Madison Square Garden to meet the New York Knicks (11-47). The Knicks are 6-point underdogs and can end a 17-game home losing streak. The game’s Over/Under (O/U) has been set at 220 points and it will air on Fox Sports – North at 7:30 p.m. ET on Friday, February 22, 2019.

Minnesota Timberwolves vs. New York Knicks ATS Odds

Both teams covered in their last matchup. The Knicks (7.5-point underdogs) defeated the Atlanta Hawks 106-91, while the Timberwolves (4-point underdog) beat the Houston Rockets 121-111. The New York game finished 31 points under the projected point total of 228, while the Minnesota game finished 1 point over the projected point total of 231.

Minnesota played a nearly perfect game. They had a ridiculous offensive rebounding percentage of 35.1 (above their season average of 25.7) and an effective field goal percentage of 0.600 (above their season average of 0.505). Houston recorded marks of 27.7 and 0.505, respectively, for those same stats. The Knicks, on the other hand, held the Hawks to an offensive rebounding percentage of 19.6 (below their season average of 25.0). The Hawks had a free throw rate of 0.165 (below their season average of 0.196). New York rallied around DeAndre Jordan, who contributed 10 points and 13 rebounds. Jeff Teague had a solid performance for Minnesota, recording 27 points and 12 assists.

The Timberwolves dominated this series last year, taking both contests. In the last contest, Minnesota won 108-104. Minnesota did an excellent job of getting and making free throws (28-32; 87.5 percent). New York, meanwhile, had a better turnover percentage (9.1 vs. 13.6). This will be the first matchup of the year between these two teams.

A little over half of the Timberwolves’ games have finished over the projected point total. Minnesota heads into the contest with records of 27-30 straight up (SU) and 29-28 against the spread (ATS).

Unlike Minnesota, a little over half of Knicks games have finished under the total. Additionally, New York is 11-47 SU and 25-31-2 ATS.

The offensive glass could be a huge edge for Minnesota in this meeting. The Timberwolves currently rank third in offensive rebounding percentage (25.8 percent), while New York ranks 25th in defensive rebounding percentage (75.3 percent).

Minnesota Timberwolves at New York Knicks Odds Pick

NBA Tip: SU Winner – Timberwolves, ATS Winner – Timberwolves, O/U – Over

Betting Notes:

  • The Timberwolves average 17.8 points off turnovers per game, which ranks ninth in the league. The Knicks rank 12th in points off turnovers allowed per game (16.3).
  • Minnesota averages 15.8 second chance points per game, which ranks first in the NBA. New York ranks 25th in second chance points allowed per game (14.3).
  • The Timberwolves rank 14th in blocks per game (5.2) while the Knicks rank 27th in blocks allowed per game (5.9).
  • New York ranks fourth in fast break points allowed per game (11.6) while Minnesota ranks 17th (13.7).
  • Minnesota ranks first in steals allowed per game (6.5) while New York ranks sixth (7.2).
  • The Timberwolves rank 11th in points allowed in the paint per game (47.9) while the Knicks rank 27th (51.6).
  • The Timberwolves rank 16th in rebounds allowed per game (44.9) while the Knicks rank 28th (48.0).
  • New York averages 29.3 three pointers per game, which ranks 21st in the NBA. Minnesota ranks 22nd in three pointers allowed per game (33.1).
  • Minnesota ranks 16th in assists per game (24.5) while New York ranks last (19.9).
  • When allowing below 100 points, Minnesota is 10-0 and New York is 3-1.
  • The Timberwolves are 26-24 when they score more than 100 points, while the Knicks are 11-30.
  • Minnesota is 13-15 ATS on the road, while New York is 9-16-2 ATS at home.
  • In 28 road games, the Timberwolves have 14 overs and 14 unders.
  • The Knicks have 17 unders and 10 overs in 27 home games.

Bettings Trends:

  • The Timberwolves are 3-2 ATS over their last five games, while the Knicks are 2-3.
  • In their last five games, Minnesota has 5 overs, while New York has 3 overs and 2 unders.
  • The Timberwolves’ average margin of victory in their last five games has been 0.6, up from 0.2 for the season.
  • During their last five games, the Knicks have scored an average of 104.6 points per game (0.7 below their season average) and allowed an average of 109.6 points per game (4.4 below their season average).