Lakers vs Spurs Prediction, Picks & Odds for Tonight’s NBA Game
This year, opposing starting PFs have posted 14.5 points per game (15th-fewest in the NBA) against the Minnesota Timberwolves, creating a challenging matchup for offensive efficiency. The LA Clippers have played at the 7th-slowest tempo in the NBA this year. The Timberwolves have played at the most sluggish pace-of-play in the league over the last 10 games on the road, which ought to lead to decreased opportunities for the Clippers. Offensive rebounds lengthen possession and lead to extra chances for scoring and assists, but the LA Clippers grade out 1stworst in in the league with just 6.4 offensive rebounds per game over the last 5 games.
Russell Westbrook has failed to make 5.2 field goal attempts per game this season, a sizeable decrease from his 8.0 rate last season. When it comes to offense, the LA Clippers's terrific 121.2 points per game settles in as the 3rd-strongest in the league over the last 20 games. This year when they are at home, opposing squads have secured 9.5 offensive rebounds per game (4th-lowest in the NBA) vs. the Timberwolves (lessening possessions that could otherwise produce more chances for offense). The matchup vs. the Minnesota Timberwolves is a tough one for getting to the free-throw line; opposing clubs have attempted a lowly 21.9 free throws per game this year (7th-least in the league). Russell Westbrook will have the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing in your home city tends to increase player production for all stats.
Ivica Zubac has successfully made 72.5% of his field goal attempts over the last 15 games, 5.9% higher than he's put through the hoop in all games this year. When it comes to offense, the LA Clippers's terrific 121.2 points per game settles in as the 3rd-strongest in the league over the last 20 games. This year when they are at home, opposing squads have secured 9.5 offensive rebounds per game (4th-lowest in the NBA) vs. the Timberwolves (lessening possessions that could otherwise produce more chances for offense). Among all players in the NBA, Ivica Zubac registers in the 77th percentile for getting to the free-throw line, totaling an enormous 2.7 foul shots per game this year. The matchup vs. the Minnesota Timberwolves is a tough one for getting to the free-throw line; opposing clubs have attempted a lowly 21.9 free throws per game this year (7th-least in the league).
Terance Mann has made 62.5% of his three-point shots over the last 5 games, 28.9% more than he's made from downtown overall this year. When it comes to offense, the LA Clippers's terrific 121.2 points per game settles in as the 3rd-strongest in the league over the last 20 games. This year when they are playing at home, opposing starting SGs have totaled 2.6 threes per game (27th-most in the NBA) against the Timberwolves, resulting in a good matchup. This year when they are at home, opposing squads have secured 9.5 offensive rebounds per game (4th-lowest in the NBA) vs. the Timberwolves (lessening possessions that could otherwise produce more chances for offense). Terance Mann has made 100.0% of his foul shot attempts over the last 5 games, 22.1% more than he's sunk over the course of the year.
The matchup against Los Angeles is a challenging one for field goals; when the Clippers are on their home court, the other team's starting PGs have posted the 8th-lowest field goal percentage in the NBA this year (42.1%). The Minnesota Timberwolves have played at the most lethargic pace in the league over the last 10 games on the road. The LA Clippers have played at the 7th-most sluggish tempo in the NBA this year, which ought to lead to decreased plays for the Timberwolves. The Timberwolves rank as the 2nd-worst offensive rebounding offense in the league over the last 25 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore eliminate extra chances for scoring and assists). This year when they are the visiting squad, the opposition's starting PGs have attempted 2.9 free throws per game (8th-lowest in the NBA) vs. the Clippers, finding it difficult to get to the free-throw line.
Rudy Gobert has converted 75.5% of his field goal attempts over the last 10 games, 10.2% more than he's sunk over the course of the year. Rudy Gobert has been on the court for 33.4 minutes per game this year, putting him among the most-used players in the NBA: 89th percentile. The Minnesota Timberwolves rank as the most efficient 3-point shooting team in the NBA over the last 20 games away from their home court. While playing at home, the LA Clippers have allowed the 3rd-least offensive rebounds per game (8.5) in the NBA to opposing teams over the last 10 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore eliminate further chances for scoring and assists). Rudy Gobert has attempted 7.8 free throws per game over the last 5 games, 2.5 more than he's attempted in all games this season.
Jaden McDaniels has sunk 51.3% of his three-point attempts over the last 5 games on the road, 14.7% more than he's sunk over the course of the year while on the road. Out of all players in the NBA, Jaden McDaniels slots into the 75th percentile for playing time, registering a whopping 28.9 minutes per game this year. The Minnesota Timberwolves rank as the most efficient 3-point shooting team in the NBA over the last 20 games away from their home court. While playing at home, the LA Clippers have allowed the 3rd-least offensive rebounds per game (8.5) in the NBA to opposing teams over the last 10 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore eliminate further chances for scoring and assists). Jaden McDaniels has converted 100.0% of his free throw attempts over the last 5 games, 25.8% higher than he's converted in all games this year.
James Harden has converted 3.6 shots from behind the three-point arc per game over the last 5 games, 0.8 higher than he's made over the course of the season. James Harden has tallied 34.5 minutes per game this year, putting him among the most-utilized players in the league: 94th percentile. When it comes to offense, the LA Clippers's terrific 121.2 points per game settles in as the 3rd-strongest in the league over the last 20 games. This year when they are at home, opposing squads have secured 9.5 offensive rebounds per game (4th-lowest in the NBA) vs. the Timberwolves (lessening possessions that could otherwise produce more chances for offense). James Harden will have the benefit of the home court advantage in this contest. Playing on your home court usually improves player performance in all facets of the game.
Among all players in the NBA, Norman Powell registers in the 86th percentile for 3-point effectiveness playing at home with a an exceptional 44.0% rate this year. When it comes to offense, the LA Clippers's terrific 121.2 points per game settles in as the 3rd-strongest in the league over the last 20 games. This year when they are at home, opposing squads have secured 9.5 offensive rebounds per game (4th-lowest in the NBA) vs. the Timberwolves (lessening possessions that could otherwise produce more chances for offense). The matchup vs. the Minnesota Timberwolves is a tough one for getting to the free-throw line; opposing clubs have attempted a lowly 21.9 free throws per game this year (7th-least in the league). Norman Powell will hold the home court advantage in this game. Playing at home usually improves player performance in all facets of the game.
In contrast to last year's 3.2 clip, Naz Reid's three-point attempts have increased this year to 4.7 per game. The Minnesota Timberwolves rank as the most efficient 3-point shooting team in the NBA over the last 20 games away from their home court. While playing at home, the LA Clippers have allowed the 3rd-least offensive rebounds per game (8.5) in the NBA to opposing teams over the last 10 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore eliminate further chances for scoring and assists). The matchup against the LA Clippers may be a difficult one for drawing fouls; opposing squads have attempted just 16.2 free throws per game over the last 5 games when the LA Clippers are on their home court (2nd-least in the league).
Paul George has attempted 8.3 three-pointers per game this year, ranking in the 97th percentile out of all players in the NBA. Among all players in the league, Paul George ranks in the 91st percentile for playing time, averaging a colossal 33.8 minutes per game this year. When it comes to offense, the LA Clippers's terrific 121.2 points per game settles in as the 3rd-strongest in the league over the last 20 games. This year when they are at home, opposing squads have secured 9.5 offensive rebounds per game (4th-lowest in the NBA) vs. the Timberwolves (lessening possessions that could otherwise produce more chances for offense). Paul George will hold the home court advantage in this matchup. Playing in your home stadium usually increases stat production for all stats.
Karl-Anthony Towns has totaled 27.0 points per game over the last 10 games, 4.4 more than he's totaled in all games this season. Karl-Anthony Towns has successfully made 3.6 three-point shots per game over the last 5 games, 1.3 more than he's made from 3-point range in all games this year. Out of all players in the league, Karl-Anthony Towns lands in the 88th percentile for playing time, registering a colossal 33.2 minutes per game this year. The Minnesota Timberwolves rank as the most efficient 3-point shooting team in the NBA over the last 20 games away from their home court. While playing at home, the LA Clippers have allowed the 3rd-least offensive rebounds per game (8.5) in the NBA to opposing teams over the last 10 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore eliminate further chances for scoring and assists).
Anthony Edwards has made 4.2 three-pointers per game over the last 5 games on the road, 1.5 more than he's made from downtown overall this year when playing away from home. Among all players in the league, Anthony Edwards rates in the 95th percentile for playing time, tallying a colossal 35.0 minutes per game while playing away from home this year. The Minnesota Timberwolves rank as the most efficient 3-point shooting team in the NBA over the last 20 games away from their home court. While playing at home, the LA Clippers have allowed the 3rd-least offensive rebounds per game (8.5) in the NBA to opposing teams over the last 10 games (offensive rebounds maintain possession, and a lack of them may therefore eliminate further chances for scoring and assists). Relative to last season's 4.1 rate, Anthony Edwards's free throws hit have jumped this season to 5.5 per game.
Kyle Anderson has gone over 4.5 in 4 of his last 10 games.
Mason Plumlee has not yet played a game this season.
Amir Coffey has gone over 5.5 in 5 of his last 10 games.
Nickeil Alexander-Walker has gone over 5.5 in 5 of his last 10 games.
| Rank | Leader | L10 | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | KCWins | 6-4-0 | +11400 |
| 2 | sdpalmiter | 7-3-0 | +10100 |
| 3 | Dadam915 | 7-3-0 | +7500 |
| 4 | unbuckle | 8-2-0 | +7250 |
| 5 | popthebubble | 6-4-0 | +6900 |
| 6 | trsman | 7-3-0 | +6700 |
| 7 | edgolfbuster | 7-3-0 | +6500 |
| 8 | elmer58 | 7-3-0 | +6450 |
| 9 | TheRealZardoz | 8-2-0 | +6080 |
| 10 | PlusOdds | 6-4-0 | +5900 |
| All Timberwolves Money Leaders | |||
| Rank | Leader | L10 | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | fat italian | 7-2-1 | +10450 |
| 2 | buffalo2007 | 7-3-0 | +7800 |
| 3 | FoxyFoxes | 5-4-1 | +7200 |
| 4 | cashbb1030 | 5-5-0 | +7100 |
| 5 | kingjames5 | 10-0-0 | +6950 |
| 6 | Sakusa | 9-1-0 | +6950 |
| 7 | CJONES1068 | 7-3-0 | +6900 |
| 8 | jaw4423 | 4-6-0 | +6750 |
| 9 | whosat | 5-5-0 | +6700 |
| 10 | CoachBlue | 8-2-0 | +6700 |
| All Clippers Money Leaders | |||