The red-hot Minnesota Timberwolves are heavy 14.5-point favorites tonight against the Chicago Bulls, with tipoff at Target Center scheduled for 8 p.m. ET.
My Bulls vs. Timberwolves predictions focus on the total, as I'm not comfortable laying this many points.
Find more in my NBA picks for Saturday, Nov. 14.
Bulls vs Timberwolves prediction: Over 235.5 points
Play up to 58%.
I like the Over tonight despite the high total. The Chicago Bulls are 30th in defensive rating, allowing a league-worst 127.7 PPG. That sets up well for the Minnesota Timberwolves, who rank third in scoring (119.3 PPG) and seventh in offensive rating.
While Minnesota's defense is solid, the Bulls can contribute offensively after scoring 125 against Atlanta on Friday and 119 against San Antonio on Wednesday. Both teams also rank in the top six in pace, creating plenty of scoring opportunities.
Even without Anthony Edwards, Minnesota just dropped 133 points on Dallas. I expect an up-tempo game with no shortage of points.
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Bulls vs Timberwolves combo
Along with the Over, I'm eyeing Ayo Dosunmu and Josh Giddey to make an impact for their respective teams.
Dosunmu has stepped up in a big way with Edwards sidelined, averaging 21.1 PPG without the Wolves superstar. He's cashed the Over in points in three of his last four games, and against a putrid Bulls defense, I expect Dosunmu to thrive in a revenge game versus his former team.
Giddey, meanwhile, just dished out 14 assists against the Hawks, and he's cleared this line in two of his last three outings. He's averaging 12 dimes during that span, and Chicago will need his playmaking to keep pace with Minnesota.
Combo selections
- Over 235.5
- Ayo Dosunmu Over 19.5 points
- Josh Giddey Over 9.5 assists
Bulls vs Timberwolves player props
Bulls player prop: Matas Buzelis Over 2.5 threes
Play up to 46%.
Matas Buzelis is shooting just 31.7% from downtown this season, but he's been much better lately. The youngster has drained nearly 36% of his triples in November, and he's gone 3-for-7 from beyond the arc in each of his last three games.
Buzelis is clearly gaining confidence in his outside shot, and the increased volume is encouraging. He's attempted seven threes in each of his last three outings, giving him plenty of opportunities to clear this line.
Although Minnesota defends the perimeter relatively well, Buzelis has found his rhythm from deep. I expect him to keep letting it fly and drain another three-plus triples tonight.
TOP PICK
Timberwolves player prop: LaMelo Ball Over 3.5 threes
Play to 58%.
LaMelo Ball is the main man with Edwards out, and he's certainly doing his share. But with his points market offering little value, I'm targeting his shooting from deep.
Ball is averaging 3.6 made threes on 8.8 attempts per game this season, good for an impressive 40.6% clip. He's hit the Over in made triples in four of his previous five appearances.
The Bulls are disastrous defensively, and opponents are shooting 37.5% from beyond the arc against them. Ball has also attempted 10 threes in each of his last two games, and I expect his volume to be high again.
COVERS INTEL: Opposing point guards are averaging 4.3 made threes against Chicago, strengthening Ball's case to get hot tonight. - Top picks: 11-14, -5.47 units
- Combos: 1-23, -13.50 units
- Props: 16-17, -5.14 units
Bulls vs Timberwolves odds
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- Spread: Bulls +14.5 | Timberwolves -14.5
- Over/Under: Over 235.5 | Under 235.5
- Moneyline: Bulls 12% | Timberwolves 89%
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Bulls vs Timberwolves trend
The Timberwolves are 6-0 ATS in their last six games following an ATS win. Find more NBA betting trends.
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How to watch Bulls vs Timberwolves
| Location | Target Center, Minneapolis, MN |
| Date | Saturday, Nov. 14, 2026 |
| Tipoff | 8:00 p.m. ET |
| TV | DAZN-MIN, CHSN |
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