Hawks vs Timberwolves Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NBA Game

Our Hawks vs. Timberwolves predictions expect another masterclass from Jalen Johnson as Atlanta keeps things close in Minnesota.

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Phil Naessens • Betting Analyst
Feb 9, 2026 • 08:35 ET • 4 min read

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Match starts: 10 hrs
ATL
61 %
MIN
39 %
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Atlanta +6.5 (-110) Atlanta +6.5 (-110)
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Photo By - Reuters Connect. Jalen Johnson handles the ball against the Hornets at State Farm Arena.

The Minnesota Timberwolves enter tonight’s NBA matchup with the Atlanta Hawks on a miserable stretch, and they haven’t looked like a title contender at all.

As a result, my Hawks vs. Timberwolves predictions and NBA picks back Jalen Johnson and the Hawks to cover the spread tonight at Target Center. 

Hawks vs Timberwolves prediction

Hawks vs Timberwolves best bet: Hawks +6.5 (-110)

The Minnesota Timberwolves looked terrible after getting blown out by the Clippers, and their defense is currently a sieve, allowing over 124 points per game during the last four games. 

Meanwhile, the Atlanta Hawks are playing inspired basketball, winning six of their last 10. Jalen Johnson is a mismatch nightmare, he's fresh off a 31-point performance and has already dropped 34 on Minnesota earlier this season.. 

With Minnesota on no rest and playing its third game in four nights, I’ll back the Hawks to cover the spread. 

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Hawks vs Timberwolves same-game parlay

Anthony Edwards is coming off a 1-for-8 stinker from long range against the Clippers. He’s a 40% shooter and is bouncing back tonight.

Minnesota typically plays good defense, and I expect that end of the floor to be where its focus lies. Four of their last five meetings have gone Under, and so should tonight’s contest. 

Hawks vs Timberwolves SGP

  • Hawks +6.5
  • Anthony Edwards Over 3.5 threes
  • Under 238.5

Our "from downtown" SGP: Johnson leads the Hawks

Jalen Johnson is on a tear. He’s cleared his scoring prop total in three of his previous four. The Timberwolves will struggle to contain him, which should give us a solid payday if the entire card hits. 

Hawks vs Timberwolves SGP

  • Hawks +6.5
  • Anthony Edwards Over 3.5 threes
  • Jalen Johnson Over 23.5 points
  • Under 238.5

Hawks vs Timberwolves odds

  • Spread: Hawks +6.5 | Timberwolves -6.5
  • Moneyline: Hawks +200 | Timberwolves -250
  • Over/Under: Over 238.5 | Under 238.5

Hawks vs Timberwolves betting trend to know

The Timberwolves are just 4-6 ATS in their last 10 games. Find more NBA betting trends for Hawks vs. Timberwolves.

How to watch Hawks vs Timberwolves

Location Target Center, Minneapolis, MN
Date Monday, February 9, 2026
Tip-off 8:00 p.m. ET
TV FDSN Southeast-Atlanta, FDSN North

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Prior to joining Covers in 2022, Phil Naessens spent 38 years as a resident tennis pro in Las Vegas, Mykonos, and Corfu, Greece. He’s the past host of the Phil Naessens Show (Armed Forces Radio), and currently hosts the Crush and Rush Tennis Podcast.

Phil is the author of the Betting 101 series (MLB, NFL, NCAAF, and Tennis) and has written for numerous publications, including Advance Local, SB Nation, FanSided, and Lenny Melnick Fantasy Sports. 

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