The Minnesota Timberwolves look to extend their seven-game winning streak as they welcome the Indiana Pacers to Target Center in what promises to be an explosive matchup between two of the NBA's most dynamic offenses.
While the Wolves have dominated recent meetings with six straight wins over Indiana, fatigue could be a major factor as both teams face their third game in four nights - though Minnesota enjoys the comfort of home court where they've posted a solid 19-14 record this season.
The Timberwolves' lockdown defense (6th in NBA) faces its toughest test against a Pacers squad averaging 116.3 points per game, setting up a classic strength-versus-strength battle between the home team's defensive grit and the away team's offensive firepower.
Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Indiana Pacers prediction: who will win?
For tonight's Minnesota Timberwolves vs Indiana Pacers matchup, our predictive model gives the Wolves a 61.67% chance of defeating the Pacers.
Minnesota Timberwolves: 61.67% win probability
- Red-hot momentum (Current 5-game win streak shown in recent form WWWWW)
- Superior scoring efficiency (7807 points scored in 69 games vs Pacers' 7679 in 66 games)
- Better win percentage (40 wins in 69 games vs Pacers' 37 in 66 games)
Indiana Pacers: 38.33% win probability
- Struggling on the road (Recent form shows LWWLL pattern)
- Defensive vulnerabilities (7611 points allowed in 66 games)
- Inconsistent performance (Currently sitting at 5th in Eastern Conference with a .561 win percentage)
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Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Indiana Pacers odds
Here are the latest odds for this NBA matchup as the Minnesota Timberwolves host the Indiana Pacers at home on Monday, March 17.
| Minnesota Timberwolves | Indiana Pacers | |
|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | -280 (via bet365 US) | +245 (via FanDuel Sportsbook) |
Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Indiana Pacers preview
The red-hot Minnesota Timberwolves welcome the Indiana Pacers to Target Center riding a seven-game winning streak, with Anthony Edwards coming off a monster 41-point performance against Utah.
While the T-Wolves have dominated this matchup lately with six straight wins over Indiana, they'll need to overcome potential fatigue playing their third game in four nights.
The Pacers' high-octane offense (116.3 PPG) faces a stern test against Minnesota's lockdown defense, which ranks 6th in the league allowing just 109 points per game.
Indiana's depth could be seriously tested with Tyrese Haliburton, Myles Turner, and Aaron Nesmith all questionable for this one, while Pascal Siakam aims to build on his recent strong form.
Edwards has been absolutely torching opponents lately for Minnesota, but he'll need support from Jaden McDaniels and Rudy Gobert to contain Indiana's fast-paced attack.
The Timberwolves' home court advantage (19-14 at Target Center) and suffocating defense might prove too much for a potentially short-handed Pacers squad looking to snap out of their recent funk.
Keep an eye on the paint battle between Gobert's rim protection and Indiana's slashing offense - that matchup could make or break this one.
Key stats
- 1Timberwolves sit 7th in West with 40-29 record and riding perfect 5-game win streak (WWWWW)
- 2Pacers hold 5th spot in East at 37-29, showing mixed results in recent games (LWWLL)
- 3Minnesota's offense outscores defense by 290 points (7807 scored vs 7517 allowed)
- 4Indiana averages more points per game (116.3) than Minnesota (113.1) despite lower standing
Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Indiana Pacers form
Minnesota Timberwolves vs. Indiana Pacers head to head
Minnesota Timberwolves
83%
Indiana Pacers
17%
Jul 14, 2024
Indiana Pacers
94 : 105
Minnesota Timberwolves
Mar 8, 2024
Indiana Pacers
111 : 113
Minnesota Timberwolves
Dec 17, 2023
Minnesota Timberwolves
127 : 109
Indiana Pacers
Dec 8, 2022
Minnesota Timberwolves
121 : 115
Indiana Pacers
Nov 24, 2022
Indiana Pacers
101 : 115
Minnesota Timberwolves
Feb 13, 2022
Indiana Pacers
120 : 129
Minnesota Timberwolves
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