The Minnesota Timberwolves exited the NBA trade deadline without making a major move, and they should be better for it. The New Orleans Pelicans also sat rather quietly, sticking to their core despite steep offers for a few pieces.
My Pelicans vs. Timberwolves predictions and NBA picks recognize the value in Minnesota now that calm and focus can return on February 6.
Pelicans vs Timberwolves prediction
Pelicans vs Timberwolves best bet: Jaden McDaniels Over 1.5 threes (+100)
Jaden McDaniels has hit multiple 3-pointers in five of his last six games and in seven of his last nine, all while shooting 23 of 39 from deep, an absurd 59% from beyond the arc.
And that was all while McDaniels’s name was in every headline regarding Giannis Antetokounmpo trade rumors. Now that he's able to focus entirely on basketball, why doubt McDaniels’s shooting against the New Orleans Pelicans?
Frankly, his shooting is part of why the Minnesota Timberwolves did not trade for the Greek superstar.
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Pelicans vs Timberwolves same-game parlay
As the Timberwolves hit a lull in recent weeks, it was clear their defensive focus had lagged. Now through the trade deadline and with the roster effectively intact — even including Mike Conley’s return after being traded — that focus should lock back in.
Pelicans vs Timberwolves SGP
- Jaden McDaniels Over 1.5 threes
- Jaden McDaniels Over 15.5 points
- Under 236.5
Our "from downtown" SGP: Individuals in the pack
Julius Randle was also part of many trade rumors, which showed in his on-court play. Trust in him with those now behind the Timberwolves.
Pelicans vs Timberwolves SGP
- Jaden McDaniels Over 1.5 threes
- Jaden McDaniels Over 15.5 points
- Julius Randle Over 21.5 points
- Under 236.5
Pelicans vs Timberwolves odds
- Spread: Pelicans +9.5 | Timberwolves -9.5
- Moneyline: Pelicans +320 | Timberwolves -400
- Over/Under: Over 236.5 | Under 236.5
Pelicans vs Timberwolves betting trend to know
The Pelicans went 0-3 against the spread in the week leading up to the deadline. Find more NBA betting trends for Pelicans vs. Timberwolves.
How to watch Pelicans vs Timberwolves
| Location | Target Center, Minneapolis, MN |
| Date | Friday, February 6, 2026 |
| Tip-off | 8:00 p.m. ET |
| TV | GCSEN, FDSN North |
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